Modern Window Treatment Trends in Bellingham Homes

Walk into a modern Bellingham home today and you can feel the shift.

Modern design has moved away from heavy drapery and dark blinds toward lighter, more natural materials that reflect comfort and balance.

At Bindi and Bird, we see it every day. Homeowners aren’t just choosing shades. They’re creating spaces that feel calm, warm, and intentional.

Here are the top window treatment trends shaping Bellingham and Whatcom County homes right now.

Learn more about our full selection of Hunter Douglas window treatments available in Bellingham.

Layered Shades and Drapery

This is the look everyone’s loving.

The clean lines of Hunter Douglas shades paired with custom drapery from Carole Fabrics bring texture, depth, and a high-end designer finish.

Roller or Silhouette shades create a structured base, while soft drapery panels add flow and comfort.

This combination works beautifully in the Pacific Northwest, where design leans toward natural light, simplicity, and warmth.

Layering also gives you total control over light and privacy. Sheer shades for day. Drapery for evening. Always polished, never fussy.

Smart Automation and PowerView

Motorized shades are becoming the new standard in Bellingham homes.

PowerView Automation by Hunter Douglas lets you adjust shades from your phone, remote, or voice control.

It’s functional luxury that fits everyday life. Shades rise with the sunrise, lower automatically when the sun hits your west-facing windows, and adjust for privacy at night.

In a region with long summer days and cozy winter evenings, automation helps manage natural light while improving energy efficiency year-round.

Warm Neutrals and Natural Textures

The trend toward warm, organic design is strong and steady.

We’re seeing more woven wood and fabric shades in soft, neutral tones.
Think sand, oat, and sunlit linen.

Hunter Douglas woven wood shades use real bamboo, reeds, and grasses to bring a natural texture that complements both modern and traditional spaces.

It’s design that feels timeless and grounded. Natural materials pair beautifully with Carole Fabrics drapery to create balance, softness, and visual warmth.

Sustainable and Energy-Efficient Design

Sustainability isn’t just a buzzword in Bellingham. It’s a way of life.

That’s why energy-efficient shades continue to top the list.

Hunter Douglas Duette Honeycomb Shades are engineered with insulating cells that trap air, keeping homes warmer in winter and cooler in summer.

They look elegant and reduce energy costs at the same time.

For eco-conscious homeowners, this combination of beauty and performance is an easy choice.

Minimal Hardware and Streamlined Finishes

Modern window treatments are sleek, functional, and quietly sophisticated.

The goal is simplicity.

Roller and screen shades with low-profile brackets and smooth finishes create a clean, architectural look.
It draws attention to the light, not the hardware.

This trend fits both Bellingham’s contemporary new builds and its historic Craftsman homes.
It’s understated and refined – the kind of design that lasts.

Rooms That Flow

More homeowners want their spaces to feel connected.

That sense of flow comes from keeping materials, colors, and tones consistent throughout the home.

Hunter Douglas makes it easy to coordinate styles across rooms so everything feels intentional.

You might choose Silhouette shades in the living room, Duette Honeycomb shades in the bedrooms, and Luminette sheers for large patio doors – all in the same palette.

Add drapery from Carole Fabrics and your whole home feels like one complete, designed space.

Bringing It All Together

Every trend points to the same truth.

Modern design is about comfort, simplicity, and light.

At Bindi and Bird, we help homeowners combine function with beauty – creating homes that work well and look even better.