Smart homes aren’t just about flashy gadgets—they’re about creating a more convenient, efficient, and stylish way to live. And one of the most impactful upgrades you can make? Smart window shades. At Made in the Shade Lake Norman, we offer high-tech window covering solutions that blend seamlessly with your lifestyle—and your décor.
We’ll Bring The Showroom To You! Whether you’re automating your whole home or just starting with a few key rooms, our smart window treatments come with a Free In-Home Consultation, professional measuring, and installation included. Request a Free Consultation and discover just how effortless comfort can be.
What Are Smart Window Treatments?
Smart window treatments are motorized blinds for home and shades that can be controlled with a remote, smartphone app, or voice assistant like Alexa, Google Assistant, or Siri. That means you can raise, lower, or tilt your shades without lifting a finger—literally.
Brands like Graber, Norman, Alta, Insolroll, and Horizons offer smart, stylish options that integrate with your favorite home automation systems. Whether you’re upgrading for convenience, energy savings, or security, smart window shades are a sleek way to do it.
Why Lake Norman Homeowners Are Loving Smart Shades
- Energy Efficiency: Program your smart blinds to close during the hottest part of the day and reduce heat gain—lowering your cooling costs. In winter, keep them open during the day to warm your home naturally.
- Convenience: Imagine adjusting your living room shades from your phone while watching TV—or scheduling your bedroom blinds to open gently with the sunrise. That’s not just luxury, it’s better living.
- Home Security: Leaving town? Automate your window coverings to open and close on a schedule to simulate someone being home. Smart shades add a subtle layer of protection and privacy.
Compatible with Popular Smart Home Systems
Our motorized window treatments are designed to work with popular smart home platforms like:
- Amazon Alexa
- Google Assistant
- Apple HomeKit
- Z-Wave and Zigbee hubs
- Control4, Lutron, and more
You can also create schedules and scenes—like “movie night” or “morning routine”—so your window treatments move in sync with your lifestyle. Learn more about motorized blinds and shades.
Top Styles That Go High-Tech
You don’t have to sacrifice design for smart functionality. Many of our most popular window coverings come with motorization and smart features:
- Roller Shades: Clean lines, minimalist design, and perfect for large windows. Add solar fabric for UV protection and daylight control.
- Dual Shades (Zebra Shades): A modern favorite for light control. Switch from sheer to privacy with one motorized movement.
- Cellular Shades: Energy-efficient and stylish. Their honeycomb design helps trap air, and now they can move up and down at your command.
- Sheer Shades: Combining the elegance of curtains with the structure of blinds. Smart versions let you filter or block light with precision.
- Natural Woven Shades: Yes, even eco-friendly materials like bamboo and grasses can go high-tech with motorization options from Horizons and Alta.
Perfect for Hard-to-Reach Windows
Have tall windows or skylights that are tough to access? Motorized shades make it easy to control light in those spaces. With the touch of a button or a voice command, you’re in control—no ladders required.
Child and Pet Safety First
Cordless operation is more than just modern—it’s safer. Smart window treatments eliminate dangling cords, which can be hazardous to children and pets. All our smart window shades come with sleek, cordless designs that are both beautiful and family-safe.
Professional Service from Start to Finish
At Made in the Shade Lake Norman, we take the guesswork out of high-tech window coverings:
- Free In-Home Consultation so we can show you options right in your space.
- Professional Measuring for a perfect fit.
- Expert Installation so your smart window treatments perform flawlessly from day one.
We proudly partner with trusted brands including:
- Graber Window Treatments
- Norman Shutters
- Alta Window Fashions
- Insolroll Shades
- Horizons Soft Treatments
- Tableaux Decorative Grilles
Upgrade Now: Your Smart Home Awaits
Smart window treatments are more than a trend—they’re the new standard in home comfort and design. Whether you want to automate one room or your whole home, we’ll help you find a solution that fits your style and your budget.
Ready to bring effortless beauty and technology together? Request a Free Consultation today.
We’ll Bring The Showroom To You!
