How automated window treatments make like easier (and a whole lot smarter)

Expert advice: Shades of genius

Manually raising and lowering blinds in every room — morning and night — is a workout no one signed up for. Enter automated window treatments, the seamless solution that blends convenience, style and smart technology. More than just a sleek upgrade, these intelligent shades deliver effortless light control, enhanced privacy, improved safety and even energy savings. Bob Engler from Budget Blinds shares why motorized window treatments are the ultimate game-changer for modern homes.

Instant privacy

Say goodbye to tangled cords and hello to a safer, smarter way to shade your space. Motorized shades eliminate dangling chains, making them a worry-free choice for homes with pets and children. Need privacy in an instant? With a tap, your shades drop, shielding your home from prying eyes — whether it’s nosy neighbors or the midday glare. Bonus: Automated scheduling gives the illusion that you’re home, even when you’re away, adding an extra layer of security.

The Lutron roller shades in this (above) living room provide instant privacy, effortlessly softening natural light while enhancing the space’s sleek, modern aesthetic.

Set it and forget it

Tired of playing musical blinds all day? With motorized shades you’re in control — anytime, anywhere. Adjust your window coverings with a remote, smartphone app or even a simple voice command. Yes, you can tell Alexa to lower the shades while you sip your morning coffee. Prefer a gentle sunrise wake-up instead of a blaring alarm? Schedule your shades to rise with the sun or close during peak afternoon heat to keep your home cool and comfortable. It’s effortless light control, built for modern living.

With Lutron motorized roller shades, adjusting natural light is as easy as a tap on your smartphone or a simple voice command.

Smarter shades, lower bills

Did you know your window treatments can help cut energy costs? Motorized shades work with your smart home system to adjust based on sun exposure, reducing heat gain in the summer and helping retain warmth in the winter. The result? Lower utility bills, fewer temperature fluctuations and a cozier, more energy-efficient home year-round — all without lifting a finger.

These Woven Wood shades by Inspired Shades infuse this master bathroom with natural warmth, elegantly filtering sunlight while striking the perfect balance between privacy and soft, diffused light.