Sure they should both be and operate (if the exterior are operable) independent of each other.

I hate plantation shutters inside and have no idea why they are still popular I spent at least 3 yrs 15 yrs ago removing them in homes I worked on . So many better choices for window light and heat control . As for going with the exterior shutters I would need to see the house but in many cases the exterior shutters do not belong either . What do you want from the interior shutters ?

Good advice from millworkman and decorpatti. We love our interior shutters and don’t have them on the exterior. I’ve seen homes with both where it works nicely. Plantation shutters have been a popular item where we are (Southern CA) for years.

Definitely more polished, professional ways to offer an opinion or advice than ”I hate…”

Thanks for the comments. To follow-up on questions / comments, we live in a brick cottage style house where exterior shutters are appropriate. its an old NE style house - one that traditonally would not have plantation shutters.

what i want from interior shutters / blinds / curtains is privacy while still allowing light. our interior is very visible as you are walking by on the street so cafe style seems to be the best for privacy and allowing in light.

Give it a rest, Patricia. We all know everything you hate because you post them every single day and have for years. It’s really tiresome.

Bethany, as to your question — absolutely. It would be fine.

Absolutely, Bethany. We've had plantation shutters throughout our home for the past 8+ years and absolutely love them.

Pay the naysayer(s) no mind. Some who identify here as "pro" are anything but.