Curtain trends in interior design

Zebra Blinds for VietinBank's transaction office – Ham Nghi, District 1

One of VTP DECOR's recent projects was installing zebra blinds for the transaction office area of VietinBank and Vietinbank Insurance Company (VBI) on Ham Nghi, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City. This is a transaction-office type space with large glass frontage facing the street — one that needs natural light for the working area while also needing to control direct sun glare and ensure a reasonable level of privacy for customers coming in to transact.

Why choose zebra blinds for this space?

Zebra blinds alternate between a blackout fabric layer and a semi-sheer fabric layer on the same blind. When staff need to focus or reduce afternoon glare, they simply shift the two layers out of alignment to switch to blackout mode; when natural light is wanted in the space, they shift the layers the other way so the sheer layers align. Given that a transaction office needs to stay open all day with light needs changing hour by hour, this flexible adjustability suits the space far better than fixed fabric curtains or a single-layer roller blind.

Rolled out across the entire office frontage

The installation team fitted zebra blinds consistently across the entire glass frontage of the transaction area, the private offices, and the customer waiting lounge — keeping the whole space uniform in color and style. A neutral gray tone was chosen to harmonize with VietinBank's blue brand identity as well as the wood and marble interior materials already in the space.

This is a representative example for corporate, office and bank clients — where VTP DECOR doesn't just supply the product, but surveys the space and advises on the blind solution that fits each type of space's specific operating needs.

Roller blinds and the Industrial look in townhouses

The Industrial style is becoming increasingly popular in Vietnamese townhouses, especially projects converted from workshops, multi-story shophouses, or open loft-style spaces. This style is characterized by raw, unfinished surfaces — exposed concrete walls, visible service ducts, black steel frames — so any interior detail that's too ornate can easily disrupt the overall look.

This is exactly why roller blinds have become the default choice for so many architects designing Industrial spaces. When rolled up, they leave almost no visual trace on the window frame — no folds, no decorative trim, nothing to disrupt the raw, unfinished lines the space is going for.

Why do roller blinds suit industrial spaces?

• Flat, minimal lines — they don't add unnecessary decorative detail to a space that already has plenty of raw accents.
• The compact roll-up mechanism maximizes glass area, suiting the large window openings common in converted townhouses.
• A wide range of fabrics, from fully blackout to semi-sheer, adapting to each floor and use case.
• Pairs easily with recessed ceiling track systems or exposed pull cords — themselves a signature Industrial-style detail.

Color pairing tips

With bare concrete or brick walls, roller blinds in charcoal, smoky gray or earthy brown tend to feel more harmonious than pure white, which can easily clash with raw materials. For Industrial apartments that mix in wood and greenery, consider a beige or khaki roller blind to soften the overall look.

Wood blinds: a timeless choice for modern homes

While many interior trends come and go year to year, natural wood grain is one of the few materials that's almost immune to going out of style. From minimalist Scandinavian to Japandi to neoclassical, wood always finds its place because it brings a warmth and closeness that industrial materials struggle to replicate.

This shows most clearly in wood blinds: a set installed today can still sit comfortably alongside an interior refresh done 5–10 years from now, as long as the wood tone chosen fits the space's long-term function rather than chasing a short-lived trend.

3 of the least dated wood tones

• Light natural wood (ash, pale oak): suits Scandinavian and Japandi spaces, helping a room feel bigger and brighter.
• Neutral brown wood (light walnut): the most versatile, pairing easily with most wall colors and other furnishings.
• Deep brown wood (dark walnut, dark oak): creates an elegant accent, suited to home offices, reading rooms or neoclassical spaces.

When should you choose wood blinds over other materials?

Wood blinds work best in spaces with moderate opening/closing frequency, such as living rooms, bedrooms and home offices — where aesthetics are prioritized over speed of operation. For humid areas like kitchens or bathrooms, consider aluminum blinds or wood-grain printed aluminum blinds for comparable durability without the risk of warping.

Motorized blinds: when your home manages its own light

The smart home is no longer an unfamiliar concept in Vietnam, and motorized blinds are one of the earliest categories to be adopted — simply because they solve a very practical need: not everyone is home right when the sun is at its harshest, or wants to get out of a warm bed to pull the blinds every morning.

At its core, a motorized blind system replaces the manual pull mechanism with a compact electric motor hidden inside the roller tube, controlled via remote, wall switch, phone app, or integration with a smart home ecosystem like Google Home or Apple HomeKit.

Three common ways to operate them

• Remote control: the simplest and cheapest option, suited to new installations in individual rooms.
• Scheduled timing: blinds open automatically at 6am and close at 6pm — suited to households with fixed daily routines.
• Light/temperature sensors: blinds respond automatically to harsh sun or rising room temperature, helping ease the load on your air conditioning.

Do I need to replace all my existing blinds to add a motor?

Not necessarily. For roller blinds and some vertical blind lines, VTP DECOR can in many cases fit a compatible motor kit to your existing blind bar, saving cost compared to a full replacement. Our technical team will do an on-site survey to advise on the best option for your current blind system.

Custom curtains and blinds in Ho Chi Minh City: a guide for expats

If you've just moved into an apartment or villa in Ho Chi Minh City, you've probably noticed that imported, ready-made curtains rarely fit local window and balcony-door dimensions. Newer high-rises in particular use taller sliding doors and non-standard widths that off-the-shelf curtains simply weren't cut for. The practical fix, and what most long-term residents end up doing, is having curtains or blinds made to measure locally.

Why made-to-measure beats importing curtains

Custom-made curtains and blinds are cut to your exact window or door opening, which matters more here than in many other countries because sizes vary so widely from building to building. You can also choose fabric weight and lining suited to the local climate — heavier blackout or thermal-backed fabric for rooms that take the afternoon sun, and lighter, breathable fabric for living areas.

What to expect when you order

• On-site measuring: a technician visits your home to measure each window or door and check the mounting type.
• Fabric and style selection: choose from samples on the spot — sheer, blackout, roller, roman, or motorized track.
• Production and installation: most orders are completed within 3 to 7 days, from measuring to final installation.

Do curtain shops in Ho Chi Minh City speak English?

It varies by shop. Look for a supplier that explicitly offers English-language support, so measurements, fabric choices and pricing are communicated clearly with no surprises.

What about Binh Duong or Binh Phuoc?

The same measure-and-install process applies outside central Ho Chi Minh City. VTP DECOR delivers and installs in Binh Duong and Binh Phuoc free of charge, the same as within the city.

Heat-Blocking Curtains: Staying Cool and Saving Electricity in HCMC, Binh Duong & Binh Phuoc

If you've lived through a hot season in Ho Chi Minh City, Binh Duong, or Binh Phuoc, you already know how quickly a west-facing room or a large glass balcony door can turn into a greenhouse by mid-afternoon — and how fast that shows up on the electricity bill once the air conditioner has to work overtime.

Why curtains matter more than most people expect

Windows and glass doors are usually the biggest source of heat gain in a home. Direct sun on unshaded glass can raise a room's temperature by several degrees within an hour or two, forcing the air conditioner to run harder to compensate. A good heat-blocking curtain or shade can block 80–95% of incoming sunlight and heat.

Three types suited to Vietnam's climate

• Two-layer fabric curtains (blackout + sheer): the blackout layer blocks heat and glare while the sheer layer still lets in soft daylight.
• Thermal roller shades: compact and easy to clean, increasingly popular in apartments and offices.
• Motorized curtains: can be scheduled to close automatically during the harshest sun hours (roughly 11am–3pm).

Do heat-blocking curtains really save on electricity?

Yes. A good thermal curtain reduces the heat your glass windows absorb, so the air conditioner doesn't have to work as hard — which can meaningfully lower cooling costs during the hottest months.

What's best for a west-facing room?

A thicker two-layer fabric curtain or a thermal roller shade is usually the best choice, since west-facing windows get the most intense sun in Ho Chi Minh City, Binh Duong, and Binh Phuoc.

Do motorized curtains make sense in Vietnam's hot climate?

Very much so. Motorized curtains can be scheduled to close automatically during the sunniest part of the day, blocking heat proactively without any manual effort.

Does VTP DECOR measure and quote on-site in Binh Duong and Binh Phuoc?

Yes. VTP DECOR provides free on-site measurement, consultation, and quotes across Ho Chi Minh City, Binh Duong, and Binh Phuoc. Call or Zalo 0987 018 748 to arrange a visit.