Something i've been researching over the last couple of weeks is Windows... Windows themselves, different window materials, aluminium vs timber, curtains vs blinds, and decorative window films (shown above: last two images)
One of my favourite things i came across is SurfaceView. They have the most amazing roller blind and decorative window films which create the most dramatic impact in any space.
Something i've learnt along the way from my experience is... when using curtains the Positioning is very important. They should cover more of the wall around the window than just over the window, this not only allows for more natural light, but it also heightens the room and visually widens the window.
If i was doing a renovation at the moment i would defiantly use black aluminium windows. You can achieve a great look and they are also more durable and also vertically maintenance free in comparison to timber which when exposed to the elements obviously need a little more upkeep. If you like the look of black aluminium though but need to stick with timber to match an existing exterior you can always use black gloss paint to recreate a similar ascetic.
Image Source: surfaceview.co.uk | Pintrest