Nestled in the heart of Reno, Nevada, Lake Tahoe, and Truckee, CA, Horizon Window Fashions stands as a beacon of quality and elegance in window dressing. For over two decades, this Hunter Douglas Gallery has been transforming the windows of Northern Nevada’s residences and businesses, offering a blend of style, function, and unparalleled quality with their Aura Illuminated Shades.
Horizon Window Fashions prides itself on its exclusive range of Hunter Douglas products. From sleek blinds to luxurious draperies, each product line is a testament to Hunter Douglas's commitment to quality. These window coverings are not just aesthetically pleasing but are also known for their durability and comprehensive warranty coverage, ensuring long-term satisfaction for every customer.
A standout offering at Horizon is the Aura™ Illuminated Shades. These innovative shades revolutionize the concept of lighting and design. By seamlessly integrating programmable LED illumination into the fabric, Aura™ shades offer a dynamic way to control the ambiance of a room, from mimicking the gentle glow of sunrise to creating the perfect atmosphere for an overcast day.
The selection at Horizon Window Fashions caters to every style and functional need. Roller shades offer a modern look, with a plethora of fabric styles and opacities. For those who prefer a touch of elegance, Roman shades in various fabrics add a classic flair to any room. Notably, the integration of PowerView technology allows for convenient automation of these shades, adding a layer of sophistication and ease.
Visiting Horizon Window Fashions is an experience in itself. The showroom, which can be explored virtually, offers a glimpse into the vast array of styles available. For a more tailored approach, the store also provides in-home consultations, allowing customers to select fabrics and designs in the comfort of their own space.
Horizon Window Fashions goes beyond the sale with its exceptional service guarantee. Their commitment extends to servicing warranty items for up to two years at no extra charge, a testament to their dedication to customer satisfaction and product longevity.
Currently, Horizon offers an enticing federal tax credit for select energy-efficient shades, making it an opportune time to invest in quality window treatments. Additionally, the store boasts the exclusive Hunter Douglas Alustra® Collection, a range that epitomizes luxury with its premium fabrics and distinctive designs.
For those looking to modernize their homes, Horizon presents the latest PowerView® Automation technology. This cutting-edge innovation allows for remote operation of shades, ensuring ease of use and a touch of modernity in window coverings.
Choosing Horizon Window Fashions means investing in quality, style, and service. Whether you’re drawn by the innovative Aura™ Illuminated Shades or the classic elegance of their wide range of window treatments, Horizon promises a solution that is both beautiful and functional. Visit their showroom or schedule a personal design consultation to embark on your journey to perfect window dressings.
The constant pursuit of elevating our living spaces has brought us to the brink of some truly remarkable innovations. Among them is Hunter Douglas' Aura Illuminated Shades—a product that promises not just style but a transformative living experience. Presented by Horizon Window Fashions, this offering is set to redefine our perceptions of home ambiance and comfort.
Introduced to the eager audience at CEDIA Expo 2023, Hunter Douglas announced the Aura Illuminated Shades—a pioneering leap in the realm of home shading products. This isn't merely a shade; it's a holistic three-in-one design spectacle. Comprising a front shade exuding traditional aesthetics, a room-darkening reflective liner, and a trailblazing ambient illumination via programmable LED, Aura promises a living experience tailored to personal preference and the rhythms of nature.
Why Aura Illuminated Shades are More Than Just a Shade
Natural light doesn't merely light up our spaces; it influences our well-being, sleep patterns, and overall productivity. Yet, harnessing this light comes with its own set of challenges. The harmful UV rays can be detrimental to our interiors, and excessive light might turn comfort into discomfort. Here's where smart shades have made their mark, allowing homeowners to strike a harmonious balance with their internal clocks.
Aura Illuminated Shades transcend the traditional smart shade benefits. They infuse cutting-edge functionality with groundbreaking design. The shades’ built-in LED feature isn’t just a light source; it’s an architectural masterpiece that mimics the essence of natural light by the window. This integration empowers homeowners, offering them the reigns to orchestrate both natural and artificial light, to curate perfect illumination—be it during dawn, dusk, or any moment in between.
Recalling last year’s CEDIA Expo, Scott Stephenson, senior director of product, global motorization at Hunter Douglas, remarked, "Our exclusive preview of Aura Illuminated Shades garnered unparalleled interest. As integrators ardently sought after personalized solutions for lighting design, wellness, and routine, it was evident that Aura was a class apart. This year, with a renewed focus on wellness and control, we're ecstatic to officially unveil Aura and usher in a new epoch of lighting and shading design."
Shining a Light on Aura’s Illuminated Shades Ingenuity
One might wonder, what makes Aura's illumination stand out? The secret lies in its intricate design. A combination of a parabolic reflector and reflective liner ensures the LED light is evenly dispersed. Simultaneously, a diffuser diligently works to avert any hotspots. The outcome? A serene, uniform glow reminiscent of daylight permeating through a traditional shade.
The shades' tunable white lighting isn't static. It's a dynamic symphony that can be orchestrated to reflect a gentle sunrise, mimic the luminance of midday, provide comforting light on an overcast day, or set a perfect mood for evening entertainment.
What happens when the LED feature is powered off? Aura doesn't falter; it transitions gracefully into a traditional shade, continuing to offer all the coveted benefits homeowners have come to expect from their smart shades.
Aura Illuminated Shades: Integrated, Scalable, and Smart
Aura’s versatility is further accentuated by the PowerView Gen 3 Automation's integration—a system known for its reliable two-way communication. Whether it's a fresh build or a renovation, Aura aligns seamlessly. Post-installation, homeowners can delve into the PowerView App, curating personalized scenes and orchestrating automations to achieve the ambiance of their dreams. Control isn't limited to an app, though. The Aura experience can be tweaked through the PowerView App, Pebble Remote, voice commands, or even leading smart home systems.
Adding a final touch to its elegance, Aura comes available in an array of Hunter Douglas’ most coveted shade styles, be it the Vignette Stacking Roman Shades, Sonnette Cellular Shades, or the Designer Roller Shades. And with a plethora of fabric options to choose from, there’s an Aura for every space, every mood, every homeowner.
Hunter Douglas' Aura Illuminated Shades, presented by Horizon Window Fashions, aren't merely an addition to your home—they are an experience. An experience of light, design, and innovation that promises to elevate your living spaces into realms of unparalleled comfort and ambiance.