A 2025 Guide to Window Treatment Trends | Blinds, Shades and Drapery

At Bindi and Bird, we believe the details make the design. And few details shape a home’s comfort and character like your window coverings. The right blinds or shades don’t just finish a room -they define how it functions, feels, and lives.

Whether you’re designing a new build, refreshing a single space, or upgrading your entire home, our team in Bellingham is here to help you choose window treatments that are beautiful, energy-efficient, and perfectly tailored to your lifestyle.

What Window Covering Styles Are Trending in 2025?

Bellingham homeowners are looking for the perfect blend of natural materials, smart technology, and timeless design – all with the durability to stand up to the Pacific Northwest climate. This year, we’re seeing strong demand for:

• Cellular Shades – for insulation and energy savings
• Woven Wood Shades – for natural, organic texture
• Roman Shades – for elegance and soft polish
• Roller Shades – for a clean, minimalist look
• Wood & Faux Wood Blinds – for timeless texture
• Motorized Blinds – for smart, effortless living
• Sheer Shades – for soft light and daytime privacy
• Solar Shades – for UV protection with a view

Each of these styles has unique benefits depending on your goals – light control, privacy, style, or function. Let’s take a closer look at the most popular window treatments we install across Whatcom County.

Cellular Shades: Energy Efficiency That Works Year-Round

Also known as honeycomb shades, cellular shades are one of the most practical and energy-efficient options available. The hexagonal cell design traps air to help insulate your windows, keeping your indoor temperatures stable across all seasons.

These shades are lightweight, easy to operate, and available in a wide range of pleat sizes, colors, and opacities—from light-filtering to blackout. They’re perfect for bedrooms, nurseries, home offices, and anywhere you want improved comfort and cost savings.

Woven Wood Shades: Nature-Inspired Texture

If you’re drawn to natural design or farmhouse-modern style, woven wood shades are a standout choice. Crafted from bamboo, grasses, jute, and reeds, they bring earthy warmth and texture to any space.

Pair them with a light-filtering or blackout liner for added control, or leave them unlined for a breezier, more organic look. We love installing these in living rooms, dining areas, and bedrooms with soft, natural light.

Roman Shades: Tailored, Timeless Style

Roman shades are a Bellingham favorite for their soft folds and custom fabric options. Whether you want a clean linen for your primary suite or a patterned textile for a cozy breakfast nook, Roman shades adapt beautifully to your style.

They’re available in cordless, corded, and motorized versions, and can be fully lined for privacy or insulation. Roman shades are a perfect option when you want a polished look that still feels lived-in and personal.

Roller Shades: Minimal, Sleek, and Customizable

Roller shades offer the ultimate in simplicity and clean lines. They’re ideal for homes with a modern, Scandinavian, or transitional style—and they work well in nearly every room.

Choose from light-filtering, blackout, textured, or printed fabrics. We also offer dual roller systems, which combine a sheer shade and a room-darkening shade in one window – so you can control light throughout the day.

Wood & Faux Wood Blinds: Classic and Comfortable

Wood blinds (and their high-performance cousin, faux wood) remain a timeless option. They provide beautiful structure and warmth while allowing you to easily control privacy and sunlight with the tilt of a wand.

Real wood brings rich, natural character, while faux wood is a smart option for kitchens, bathrooms, or high-humidity areas. Both offer easy care and strong durability—ideal for busy homes.

Motorized Blinds: Smart Living with Style

Motorized blinds and shades are the future of convenience—and they’re available now at Bindi and Bird. Great for hard-to-reach windows, skylights, or homeowners with mobility needs, motorized coverings are easily operated via remote, wall switch, or app.

We can even program them to open and close at specific times of day to match your lifestyle and boost energy efficiency. You’ll love the hands-free function and high-end feel.

Sheer Shades: Soft Light Without Losing Privacy

Sheers and shadings offer an elegant way to filter sunlight while maintaining a degree of privacy—ideal for spaces with big views, open layouts, or modern design.

Many styles come with adjustable vanes between two layers of sheer fabric, allowing you to rotate the shade for more or less light throughout the day. Great for living rooms, entryways, and anywhere you want light to flow freely.

Solar Shades: Block UV, Not Your View

Sunlight is beautiful—but over time, it can fade your floors and furnishings. Solar shades solve that by reducing glare, blocking harmful UV rays, and helping maintain your home’s interior temperature.

They’re especially popular for rooms with large windows, patios, or views you want to preserve. Bonus: many solar shades are made from recycled or sustainable materials, making them a favorite among eco-conscious clients.

What Window Treatments Does Joanna Gaines Use?

If you love the Joanna Gaines look, you’re in good company. Many of her signature interiors feature:

• Woven wood shades – to bring in warmth and texture
• Roman shades in linen – for soft light and timeless polish
• Wood blinds – for structure and rustic charm

Her approach to interiors is effortless and cozy—just like the homes we help design throughout Bellingham.

Sustainable and Eco-Friendly Window Coverings

We’re proud to offer several sustainable options for Bellingham homeowners looking to reduce their footprint:

• Solar shades made from recycled materials
• Woven wood shades crafted from fast-growing, renewable fibers
• Energy-efficient cellular shades to reduce heating and cooling needs
• Greengaurd Gold Certified

Ask us about eco-conscious brands and materials if sustainability is a priority for your home.

Frequently Asked Window Covering Questions

When’s the best time to buy window shades or blinds?

The best time is whenever you’re ready to upgrade your space—but January through March is often ideal, thanks to seasonal promotions and shorter lead times.

Do you offer in-home consultations?

Yes! Our in-home service includes measuring, design advice, and product samples—so you can see exactly how the options will look in your lighting and space.