Agreed. and since windows make an essential and large part of a space, Curtains/ blinds become an important design element.

I think you could make them white, just make sure your rooms all have a touch of black in the decor to tie those black frames in.

Farooq, First one is a glass finish Subway tile. It looks good but many people back out due to budget issues as it is relatively costlier. Second image is of a brick cladding wall paper. However, similar looking ceramic tiles, mud tiles are also available locally. IMHO, red brick sand tile gives a more natural effect.What suits better would depend on the overall design of the house. Thanks, Nitin Cornerstone Designs, Bangalore.

Wouldn't ceramic tiles wood finish, laid in planks of 6" x 24" solve the problem? Not my go-to choice though. Another option would be to use texture paint (with larger granules) in a deep chocolate colour