Design Ideas

Welcome to the Custom Shades design ideas blog! Our wish is to have a space–full of inspiration, product insights, and the latest innovations–so you can create a beautiful atmosphere in your home. Our team continually updates this feed with window treatment ideas, style tips and lifestyle solutions that work well in Ontario homes. 
 
Refreshing Colour Inspiration for Your Home

Refreshing Colour Inspiration for Your Home

Is your home in need of a refresh? Looking around, there's so much colour everywhere from which to draw inspiration. Where do we start? This year, the 2026 colour palette from Pantone is here, and it is one of our favourites. Striking, bold colours that will...

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Green Your Home with Sustainable Window Coverings

Green Your Home with Sustainable Window Coverings

Say hello to your new friend ‘green.’ Green is part of the "in crowd," and we are happy to share with you all the ways eco-friendly choices are making their way to our products–and into your home. Our company values sustainability, which is why we partner with Hunter...

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Best Features and Functions of Illuminated Shades

Best Features and Functions of Illuminated Shades

When it comes to window coverings, there are times when we get to announce something exciting. Innovative window coverings are coming out, and we are at the forefront of announcing to you our newest addition: Aura Illuminated Shades. From the inside, you can feel like...

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