The Invisible Blind Box
System Architects Specify
Blind Solutions is South Africa's exclusive provider of Blindspace — Swedish-engineered concealment cassette systems that integrate seamlessly into ceiling architecture. Ben Blignaut works directly with architects to specify, document, and tender these systems correctly — with a 100% track record of successful installation across commercial, healthcare, and hospitality projects.
- Seamless integration into ceiling architecture — zero visible hardware
- Sunlux concealment systems for roller, venetian, and pleated blinds
- Custom blind pocket specifications for new builds and retrofits
- Fire-rated blind box options for healthcare and commercial projects
- Motorisation integration: Somfy, KNX, Crestron, and BMS compatible
Concealed Blinds & Recessed Curtain Tracks
Concealed Blinds
Seamless integration into ceiling architecture for any type of window, allowing blinds to disappear completely when not in use.
Recessed Curtain Tracks
Solutions for manual and electric curtain tracks, including curved tracks, flush-mounted for a flawless, minimalist aesthetic.
Future Proofing
Prepare your building for future installations. Install the concealment boxes during construction and add the blinds or curtains later.
Skylights & Eaves
Specialized concealment systems designed specifically for skylights, eaves, and hard-to-reach angled windows.
Corner & Shaped Windows
Custom solutions to perfectly conceal blinds in complex architectural spaces, including corner and uniquely shaped windows.
Global Applications
Perfect for residential, hospitality, and commercial projects requiring a clean, modern, and invisible shading solution.
Blindspace — Swedish-engineered precision. Designed to be invisible when retracted.
Blindspace Applications
Why Concealment Systems Fail on Site
Blind box concealment systems are one of the most technically demanding elements in commercial interior architecture. Without specialist input at the right stage, the results are costly and visible.
Blind boxes specified too late
Concealment systems must be integrated into the ceiling design at schematic stage. When specified after ceiling drawings are complete, costly builder's work changes, structural modifications, and programme delays follow.
Generic specifications that don't work
Copying a generic blind box specification from a previous project — or using a manufacturer's standard spec without customisation — leads to incorrect void dimensions, incompatible motorisation, and failed installations.
Motorisation not coordinated with BMS
Specifying a motorised blind system without coordinating the protocol (KNX, BACnet, Somfy) with the building's IBMS results in standalone systems that can't be integrated, defeating the purpose of intelligent building design.
Specialist Concealment System Consulting — From Design Stage to Handover
Ben Blignaut works with your team from schematic design through to commissioning — ensuring the Blindspace system is correctly integrated, specified, tendered, and installed. As South Africa's exclusive Blindspace distributor, Ben brings manufacturer-level technical knowledge to every project.
- Early-stage ceiling integration design prevents costly rework
- Technically precise specifications matched to your exact ceiling construction
- Full motorisation and IBMS coordination from day one
- Exclusive access to Swedish-engineered Blindspace systems
- Complete tender documentation ready for the market
Concealment Systems for Every Building Type
Each sector has unique requirements. Ben's 30+ years of experience across all commercial building types means the specification is always matched to the sector's specific needs.
Commercial
Open-plan offices, corporate headquarters, and mixed-use developments — where seamless ceiling integration and intelligent motorisation are essential for occupant comfort and building performance.
- Open-plan offices
- Corporate HQ
- Mixed-use developments
Healthcare
Hospitals, clinics, and medical facilities — where infection control, patient privacy, antimicrobial fabrics, and nurse call / BMS integration require specialist specification expertise.
- Hospitals
- Clinics
- Medical facilities
Hospitality
Hotels, conference centres, and restaurants — where premium aesthetics, seamless integration, and guest comfort demand the highest quality concealment systems and motorisation.
- Hotels
- Conference centres
- Restaurants
Industrial
Manufacturing facilities, warehouses, and industrial buildings — where robust motorised systems, large-format blinds, and practical concealment solutions are required at scale.
- Manufacturing
- Warehouses
- Industrial facilities
From Drawing Board to Commissioning
A structured five-stage process that ensures the Blindspace concealment system is correctly integrated, specified, tendered, and commissioned — with zero surprises on site.
Design Stage Review
Ben reviews your architectural drawings at schematic or design development stage — identifying all glazed areas requiring concealment systems, ceiling construction types, and integration constraints before ceiling drawings are finalised.
System Selection & Ceiling Coordination
Selection of the correct Blindspace cassette profile and configuration for each application. Ben coordinates with your ceiling subcontractor to define void dimensions, structural fixing requirements, and builder's work scope.
Motorisation & IBMS Specification
Full specification of the motorisation system — motor selection, wiring routes, control strategy, and IBMS integration protocol (KNX, BACnet, Somfy TaHoma). Coordinated with your electrical and BMS consultants.
Tender Documentation
Preparation of complete, technically precise tender documents — product specifications, installation requirements, BOQ line items, and performance criteria — ready for issue to tenderers as part of your tender package.
Installation Support & Commissioning
On-site support during installation to verify correct execution, followed by commissioning of all motorised systems — programming scenes, schedules, and sensor inputs — and training of facilities management staff.
"The concealment system is the most technically demanding element of any commercial blind specification. Getting it right requires coordination between architect, ceiling contractor, electrician, and BMS engineer — from day one of the design process."
Blindspace Project Gallery
Explore how Blindspace systems disappear into the architecture of South Africa's most prestigious homes and commercial spaces.
Concealed Roller Blinds
Minimalist Ceiling Integration
Automated Shading System
Blindspace C-Series
Modern Office Shading
Luxury Apartment Integration
Blindspace Consulting Packages
Click any module card to select it. Choose individual modules or save 10% with the complete bundle. Once you have selected what you need, click Proceed to Onboarding.
Core Modules
6 modulesCeiling Integration Design
Detailed design consultation for integrating Blindspace concealment cassettes into your ceiling architecture — plasterboard, suspended, or exposed slab. Covers structural requirements, void dimensions, and finish coordination.
Concealment System Product Selection
Expert selection of the correct Blindspace cassette profile, size, and configuration for each application — single, double, or linked systems — matched to your glazing dimensions and architectural intent.
Motorisation & Automation Specification
Full specification of the motorisation system — Somfy, KNX, or BACnet integration — including motor selection, wiring routes, control strategies, and IBMS compatibility for your building's automation platform.
Tender Documentation Package
Preparation of complete, technically precise tender documents for the concealment blind system — including product specifications, installation requirements, BOQ line items, and performance criteria for tenderers.
Fabric & Performance Specification
Selection and specification of the correct blind fabric for each façade orientation — openness factor, solar heat gain coefficient, glare control, and colour coordination with the interior design palette.
Installation Coordination & Sequencing
Coordination of the Blindspace installation sequence with the main contractor and ceiling subcontractor — covering pre-installation checks, builder's work requirements, and stage-by-stage installation protocols.
Add-on Modules
4 modulesSANS Compliance Integration
Assessment of how the Blindspace concealment system contributes to the building's overall SANS 10400-XA and SANS 204 compliance — ensuring the specified fabrics and motorisation strategy support your energy model.
IBMS & Smart Building Integration
Full specification for integrating the Blindspace motorised system into your Intelligent Building Management System — KNX, LON, BACnet, or Somfy TaHoma protocols — with scene programming and sensor inputs.
Healthcare-Specific Specification
Specialist specification for healthcare environments — infection control compliance, antimicrobial fabric selection, patient privacy requirements, and nurse call / BMS integration for hospital and clinic projects.
Post-Installation Commissioning Support
On-site commissioning support after installation — verifying correct operation of all motorised systems, programming scenes and schedules, training facilities management staff, and issuing a commissioning certificate.