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PowerView® Automation
Program your window treatments so that they adjust themselves automatically, creating the perfect room ambiance morning, noon and night.
Sheer Shades
Learn more about Hunter Douglas custom window sheers, including our shadings and privacy sheers. Innovative, light-diffusing sheers. Your trusted source for window treatments.
Cellular Shades
Cellular honeycomb shades from Hunter Douglas. An energy-efficient design that traps air in distinct pockets to help keep your house cool in the summer and warm in the winter.
Roman Shades
Custom-made fabric Roman Shades by Hunter Douglas, combining the look of soft folds with the ease and convenience of a shade. Custom-crafted.
Roller Shades
The Hunter Douglas roller shades & solar screen shades collections offer excellent light control and a clean, stylish look in a range of fabrics and materials.
Woven Shades
For a warm, natural look our Hunter Douglas Woven Wood Shades collection of window treatments transforms sunlight into captivating design statements. Choose yours today.
Vertical Shades
Find the right custom vertical shades for any room in your home. Search our most popular window shades.
Wood Blinds
From controlling light to their stylish, sleek look, wood blinds have been a favorite among homeowners for decades.
Metal Blinds
Find the perfect metal blinds for any room in your home. From controlling light to their stylish, sleek look, metal blinds have been a favorite among homeowners.
Vertical Blinds
Discover Hunter Douglas customized vertical blinds featuring elegant styling and translucency in a large selection of colors, treatments, and textures. Lifetime guarantee.
Shutters
Hunter Douglas custom window shutters provide superior light control and privacy with classic styles, long-lasting finishes, and exceptional craftsmanship.
Drapery
Choose from timeless and on-trend fabrics, including lofty textures and alluring jacquards, artisanal embroideries and luminous sheers.
Light Enhancing
Enjoy the beauty of natural light and make any space more captivating, with the following light-enhancing shades.
Room Darkening
Want a darker room for better sleep or optimal movie binging? These shades and drapes help block light at the window.
Energy Efficient
Live comfortably and save energy with these shades. Designer to keep a room warm in the winter and cool in the summer.
Door Coverings
Manage natural light and add privacy with these window treatments that work well for sliding-glass and patio doors.
Sound Absorption
Create a quieter, more relaxing room with these window treatments, which help absorb sound, reducing exterior noise.
Top-Down Bottom-Up
For privacy and natural light, position shades from the top, bottom or both. These shades have this feature available.
After-Hours and In-Home Consultations
Our schedule is flexible, and we can come to your home for a consultation.
Consumer Financing by Wells Fargo
We offer financing options for our customers, subject to approved credit.
Window Covering Measuring & Installations
Our measuring and installation service will ensure an exact fit for your window coverings.
About Us
The Mill Design Center was originally opened in 1987, by husband and wife team, Rick and Cindi Silverman, in an old, refurbished Mill in North Chelmsford, MA.
Acton, MA
At Mill Design & Blinds, we have over 30 years of experience decorating and treating your windows in every type of space.
Westford, MA
Welcome to Mill Design & Blinds, where we provide high-quality window treatments for every room in your home.
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Bathroom
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Bedroom
See window covering solutions for privacy and room darkening.
Home Office
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Kitchen
See window covering solutions for a variety of needs and kitchen styles.
Living Room
See window covering solutions for light filtering and UV protection.
Media Room
See room darkening window treatments for your media room.
Nursery & Kids Room
See child-safe window coverings for baby nurseries and kids rooms
Angled Windows
See blinds and shades for angled, sloped, and triangle-shaped windows.
Arched Windows
See blinds and shades for arched, half-circle or half-moon windows.
Bay, Bow, Corner Windows
See blinds and shades for bay, bow and corner windows.
French Doors
See shutters, blinds and shades for French Doors.
Sidelights
See blinds and shades for sidelight windows.
Sliding Glass Doors
See blinds and shades for patio and sliding-glass doors.
Skylights
See blinds and shades specifically suited for skylights.
Automated
See all options for automated blinds and shades.
Blackout
See our options for blinds and shades that best control light.
Energy Efficient
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Light Filtering
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Child and Pet-Friendly
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Interesting Ways to Add Texture to your Interiors
In the world of interior decor, the subtle art of adding texture to your home often seems like an understated element. However, adding materials of different weights and textures can transform a room from ordinary to extraordinary.
As a leading provider of custom window treatments near Westford, MA, our team at Mill Design & Blinds has some ideas for ways you can add this often-ignored design element into your home, including one of our very favorite selections from Hunter Douglas: Alustra® Woven Textures® Roller Shades. These window treatments work seamlessly into your existing interior design and combine texture, aesthetic appeal, and UV protection in one package, making it one of our top choices.
What Sets These Shades Apart?
Hunter Douglas Alustra® Woven Textures® Roller Shades are a great textual addition to any home design, blending refined natural fibers with the functionality of a classic roller shade. With a spectrum of colors and patterns (over 70 to choose from), Alustra® Woven Textures® Roller Shades offer an array of choices to fit any decor style, from minimalist modern to rustic or traditional. They offer a unique alternative to a traditional roller shade or solar shade, and we love the added element of texture that these shades provide.
What sets Alustra® Woven Textures® Roller Shades apart is their distinctive textured appearance. Each shade is carefully crafted from a variety of materials sourced from around the globe. This results in a unique, organic texture that adds a layer of depth and intrigue to your space. These materials are artfully woven into a fine fabric that gently filters sunlight, creating a warm, inviting ambiance.
With options ranging from light filtering to room-darkening, you can control the amount of natural light entering your space. This flexibility allows you to create the perfect environment for different activities, be it watching a movie, reading a book, or entertaining guests.
For the ultimate custom shade, be sure to ask our team about the exclusive hardware and finishes for these shades. You’ll find unique options like cool metallic colors that will add texture and give a modern elegance to your shades. You can even add a valance for an additional, custom-tailored accent or choose a front-rolling fabric if your shades need to be able to clear handles or window cranks on your window.
Add Other Textured Elements to Your Walls
- Introduce character to a space with textured wallpaper, available in an assortment of patterns, colors, and materials, like grasscloth or embossed vinyl.
- Choose a patterned area rug or one with a high pile to create a cozy and inviting atmosphere with unique texture. Layering rugs made from natural materials, like jute, sisal, or seagrass, can add both comfort and visual depth to the room.
- To add textural variance, combine different fabrics, like linen, faux fur, or chenille, for a mix of textures and visual interest. Add throw pillows or drape plush, knitted, or quilted blankets over furniture for added warmth and charm.
- Incorporate texture into your home décor accents with materials like weathered wood, metals, or wicker on furnishings or decorative items such as trays, lamps, or baskets.
Get creative with your interior design by adding texture to your living space. Hunter Douglas Alustra® Woven Textures® Roller Shades offer a perfect blend of style, texture, and functionality. They’re an ideal choice for those who appreciate the finer details in interior design and value the protection of their interior furnishings.
Windows treatments offer a fantastic way to introduce this element, but don't forget about other areas, like walls, floors, and home accessories. With these tips, you can easily transform the look and feel of your space—and not just through sight, but also touch.
Request a Consultation to Learn More
If you’re interested in learning more about our Alustra® Woven Textures® Roller Shades or the many other Hunter Douglas window treatments we offer, don’t hesitate to request a complimentary consultation online, call us at (617) 939-3924, or email robert@milldandb.com to schedule an appointment.
We look forward to hearing from you and answering any questions you may have! We proudly serve Westford, Acton, Concord, Lexington, Carlisle, Groton, Boxborough, and surrounding towns of Middlesex County, Massachusetts.