Window dressing: How to choose curtains and blinds 

Roman or roller, sheer or bamboo? The options seem endless. Home of the Year 2021 winner Jennifer Sheahan has advice 

A layered curtain and roller blind in Jennifer's home.

There is a bamboozling range of curtains and blinds available, and knowing what to choose to suit your room can seem overwhelming. Roller, roman, sheer, heavy, slatted, wooden, fabric, plastic, blackout, bamboo: The options are endless and the decision is important as blinds or curtains can have a dramatic impact. Luckily there are practical tips to guide you through the decision-making process. 

As with everything, I like to first consider what they will be used for to help me make my choice, and then decide on how they will look to suit my style.