With all the new research out about the benefits of being more eco-friendly, it’s more important now than ever that we all do our best to reduce our carbon footprint. And what better way to start than by integrating energy efficient window shades into your home? Horizon Window Fashions has a variety of energy saving window coverings. Take a look at the list below to see which would be the best fit for you!
The design of the Hunter Douglas Duette® Honeycomb Shades makes it the perfect window covering to use for creating energy-efficiency. The single-cell honeycomb design provides more insulation by trapping air inside the pockets.
The insulation within the shades means that your air conditioning or heating unit doesn’t have to work as hard to control the temperature of your home. This will lower your energy consumption, and even your energy bill. And if you want the most optimal energy efficient window shades available, then there’s the Duette® Architella® Honeycomb Shades which features a honeycomb inside of a honeycomb. This will increase the insulation, making it the most energy-efficient design yet.
These window treatments are available in many different fabrics, pleat styles, colors, and textures, making them perfect for any room. Also, we can apply the Duolite® option where two panels of fabric are included on one shade in order to maximize your options for light control.
Applause® by Hunter Douglas is a collection of honeycomb shades known for their energy efficiency. They are the only honeycomb shades with a triple-cell construction which maximizes their energy saving ability.
Applause® shades are available in several different shapes guaranteed to fit any window. And they’re also offered in some of our most popular textures and shades, ensuring that they’ll look great in any room. The Applause® shades are also compatible with several different operating systems, such as:
The Solera® soft shades have the energy efficiency of a cellular shade, while having the look of a classic Roman shade. The cellular construction of Solera® shades increases the insulating properties to lower your energy consumption. As an added bonus to these effective shades, they can also improve your room’s acoustics while reducing the intensity of outside noise.
These are available in all fabrics and because the Solera® shades can be lowered and raised from either the top or bottom, you can control the light and privacy of your home.
The Sonnette™ cellular roller shades innovative design enhances its energy efficiency. They are created with two layers of fabric and curved contours to provide added insulation and an elegant look to your windows. Having the extra layer of fabric will really increase the ability to trap cool or hot air which makes them effective for sustaining your home’s energy.
These shades come in 48 different colors and are offered in 4 fabric collections. And you can choose from semi-opaque and room-darkening options to better suit your specific needs.
We realize how important it is to be more energy efficient, not just for your wallet, but for reducing your overall energy consumption. Horizon Window Fashions offers a variety of energy efficient window treatments that will fit perfectly in your home. Set up a free consultation with us today!
Are you excited for autumn in Reno this year? As the blazing summer heat begins to fade, cooler nights and more comfortable days are already a refreshing relief! Soon, vibrant colors will fill the trees and fall will be on full display with all of its glorious splendor. Enjoy that beauty inside your home this year with the season’s hottest design trend: rustic decor. Bring in organic textures and shapes, natural warmth and colors, as well as glowing light and views all while keeping an elegant feel in your spaces. While autumn transforms the outdoors into a postcard-worthy paradise, transform your interior into one fit for a double page spread in a magazine. Start with the right top-down bottom-up window shades. They’ll set the perfect tone for striking rustic style in your home this season.
One of the key features of rustic decor is its connection to nature. Rustic rooms are extensions of the outdoors and incorporate natural elements throughout their spaces. Hand-woven shades made from reeds, grasses, and woods–like these Provenance shades–are ideal for establishing rustic style. They make a natural, yet stunning, design statement all while offering you exceptional light control and spectacular views. These top-down bottom-up window shades filter sunlight and let you adjust them from the top or bottom to give your rooms a gorgeous autumn glow without harsh brightness or glare. Offering you a view-through, they also turn outside fall landscapes into pieces of art you can enjoy inside. Customize Provenance shades with optional valances and edge bandings for just the perfect look in your home this fall.
Rustic decor is all about natural lighting and views. With simple and minimal furnishings and accents, sunlight and outdoor panoramas often take center stage in rustic-styled rooms. Large expanses of glass on windows and doors are every rustic’s dream. Yet, extreme brightness, glare, UV rays, and temperatures are not. Choosing the right window treatments is a huge part of making rustic decor a beautiful and comfortable reality in your home. The function of top-down bottom-up window shades is optimal for getting the most versatile light control, and Duette Architella Shades, shown here, add the benefits of superior energy-efficiency, UV protection, and a welcoming style that is a natural partner for contemporary rustic decor. Customize them for your home this fall and get free cordless with the Exclusive Savings promotion going on now!
A sense of connection to the past is a classic aspect of rustic decor, but that doesn’t mean it won’t work in a contemporary space. In fact, today’s interpretations combine tradition with modern design for a unique, best-of-both-worlds look. A predominantly neutral color palette mixes with pops of modern color. Natural materials and textured fabrics are paired with sleek surfaces and clean lines. Organic-looking window treatments merge with modern conveniences. These Solera Soft Shades appear to have come straight from the natural world, so they blend nicely into a rustic-inspired environment, and they have all of today’s desired features: energy-efficient design, light-filtering and room-darkening options, top-down bottom-up function, and PowerView automation. They provide all the warmth and charm of rustic styling with all the conveniences of modern living. What more could you want? How about to get them on sale? Save on Solera Soft Shades this fall during the Season of Style Event!
With beauty ever-increasing outside, autumn is the perfect time to invite the natural and dramatic beauty of rustic decor into your home. It will transform your rooms into spaces of both comfort and elegance. If you’re ready to begin with the perfect top-down bottom-up window shades, we’re ready to help. Our design consultants can guide you in selecting the right styles, materials, colors, and operating systems for your rustic-inspired rooms. We can even provide advice and inspiration to help you achieve the look and feel you want in your home. Contact our team at Horizon Window Fashions for a free, in-home consultation.
Fall is a season of change and beauty. Leaves take on spectacular colors and cooler temperatures are a welcome relief after the heat of summer. With all the changes happening outside your home, are you ready for a transformation inside? You should love the atmosphere, style, and function of your home. Do you? If not, it’s time to make a change! Adding window shades is the perfect way to create elegant ambiance, ensure the right levels of privacy, boost energy efficiency, and control light within your home. And now’s the best time to do it! With the Season of Style event in full swing, the best savings of the year are waiting for you. If you’re ready to elevate the beauty and function of your home at the best price this fall, then take a look at some options to see which window shades will be an ideal match for your style personality.
If you like coordination and crisp design, then you’ll love our Duette Honeycomb Shades. Their uniform pleats offer consistency while easily complementing your existing decor and design elements. By customizing colors, patterns, and textures, you’ll love the polished look these window shades add to your home as well as the privacy and light control they offer. Plus, they are top notch for energy-efficiency. Their honeycomb cells were designed to trap air and insulate at the window to keep your home cool in the summer and warm in the winter. Add the option of the Hunter Douglas PowerView motorization, and effortless operation and organization are truly yours! What more could you want? How about a fabulous deal? Check out our exclusive sale on Duette Honeycomb Shades.
If you crave fashion-forward style, then Silhouette Window Shadings are just the thing to take your home to the next level. Stunning sheer fabrics filter out harsh light, glare, and UV rays to create beautiful, soft daylighting while protecting your valuable decor and still letting you take in the spectacular views you love. With A Deux--an exclusive option for Silhouettes--add a second, room-darkening shade for even greater privacy and light control. The atmosphere in your home will be flawless with these window shades--like it was lifted straight off the Houzz website or a magazine page. Don’t wait to create that sought-after ambiance in your home. Save on sophisticated style with Silhouette Window Shadings today.
If you relish the comforts of home, then Pirouette Window Shadings will add to the peace and tranquility of your rooms. When open, their soft, fabric vanes and sheer backing have a flowy feel and welcome ambient light into your interior spaces. When closed, their contemporary style is paired with privacy control so you can unwind and live life in your own little sanctuary. The versatility and soft appearance of these window shades will highlight the look and function of your home so you can enjoy it like never before. You can enjoy dramatic savings on Pirouette Window Shadings, too!
If you are unsure of which window shades will fit your home and your lifestyle best, then our team at Horizon Window Fashions is here to help! We would love to visit your home to give you personalized advice and inspiration. We’ll assist you with finding the window covering products, fabrics, and features that suit your style personality and your budget. Already know what you want? Great! We’re here to make it happen in your home. So, as the changes of fall surround you outside, embrace change inside your home. You’ll be amazed at the difference the right window shades can make in your home and in your life. You’ll also be amazed at the savings you’ll receive during the Season of Style event. So, contact our team at Horizon Window Fashions for a free, in-home consultation today.
Nothing has a bigger impact on your day than the quality - or lack - of sleep. The recent time change quickly reminded us how important sleep can be. Are the bedrooms in your home conducive to a good night of sleep, or do you suffer with light control, noise or temperature issues? Window coverings will affect all of that - creating the ideal environment for a peaceful night of rest. It’s time for you to find out about the options available to you and your family…
Before choosing your perfect bedroom window coverings, you should know that both features - room darkening and blackout - will provide your bedrooms the darkened atmosphere needed for improved sleep. While many window coverings are advertised with these enticing slogans, true room darkening and blackout shades will not leave you disappointed, creating the ideal environment to block out light - even during the day. Most of the time, once our clients start choosing from collections of window coverings that have room darkening and blackout features available, the decision really comes down to other characteristics - including style choices.
Room darkening is a great option for most bedrooms. When you hear “Room Darkening”, it means that most of the light is kept out of the room. While most of the light is blocked for a dark nighttime environment, depending on window location and fabrics chosen, your bedroom may receive dim light during the day. Some good examples of window coverings with room darkening are Solera Soft Shades and the Duette Collection. The beautiful fabrics of either line will highlight your decor while darkening your bedrooms for a good night of sleep. High levels of energy efficiency will ensure consistent, comfortable temperatures, while sound absorption can help provide a peaceful night of rest.
When the term “Blackout Shades” is used, it refers to window coverings that are completely opaque, not letting any light in. This is easily demonstrated with Designer Roller Shades from Hunter Douglas. The low profile design provides a sleek, custom fit to keep light out - using fabrics that block any incoming light. Blackout shades are an ideal choice if your bedroom windows are East or West facing, as you may need the effect of Blackout Shades to control the direct sunlight. The benefit of this extreme light control is that it also keeps that direct sunlight from heating up your bedroom during the day, and it offers exclusive privacy when you want it.
For the highest levels of light control, the innovation of Silhouette Window Shadings now offers an exclusive blackout shade. Yes - you read that right. Silhouettes, commonly known for the beauty and light dimming sheers that provide you with a dynamic view - even in the lowered position, now come with A Deux. Silhouette Window Shadings with A Deux offers the addition of a second shade - a roller shade - on the same shared headrail. This second shade operates independently of the Silhouette, giving you the chance to have the widest range of light control on the market. Perfect for setting an - always ideal - atmosphere in your bedroom.
A better night of sleep is only a phone call away. Our design experts can help you decide which feature, either room darkening or blackout shades, will give you the best night of sleep, based on a variety of factors. The fun part will be selecting the beautiful fabrics and textures to heighten the style of your bedrooms! Contact our team, at Horizon Window Fashions, for a free, in-home consultation.
Our Reno sunshine can be a bit intense at times, but during this season of year, it can also be a welcome sight. It all depends on the location of your windows. Window placement can mean lovely rays of sunshine dancing near your home, or frustrating sun for hours on end. The latter of the two can lead to faded floors and furniture, not to mention the obvious frustration of that glare. We want you to enjoy the sunshine and take advantage of the natural light available to your home. We can help you find just the right window coverings that will let the light work for you ...regardless of window placement!
The beauty of sunrise, the quiet stillness as day begins. You probably know how it feels to be lulled awake by the early morning light. The warmth of the rays add a cozy feeling after a cool night. You probably get more done, as that natural light adds productivity to your early morning. However, by Ten O’Clock in the morning, you might be sweating because of that sunshine. It enters your windows, heating your home to unbearable temperatures. You need window coverings with benefits that allow you to enjoy the beauty of the sunrise and morning light, without adding to the temperature. Soft, filtered light will bring in the natural light, but still provide you with the privacy and UV protection you need. Ease of operation means you can change the direction of the vanes, let light in above the window coverings - instead of below, and make those adjustments regularly according to circumstance.
The colors of sunset create an atmosphere of utter relaxation. The sun slips into the horizon, and you settle in with the dramatic hue of dusk as the backdrop of your home. It would be nice, of course, if that was the only effect of having West facing windows. The truth is, you probably understand what it is like to come home, after a long day, to a house that has been baking in the sun for six hours. Your furniture, artwork, flooring...all of your belongings are at the mercy of that intense light. Window coverings can offer you solutions so you can enjoy the sunset, while still preserving your privacy. You will be able to step into a comfortable temperature, without running up your energy bills. You can enjoy the ease of adjustment, so your lifestyle dictates the light control, not the light controlling you.
Even though your windows keep your home free of overbearing sunlight, window coverings can offer you amazing benefits to improve the atmosphere in your home. Adjustment and tilt of window coverings will allow you to pull in and enjoy the natural light that normally would be lost. They will provide energy efficiency year round, as the insulation keeps the air in your home at a consistent temperature. They will also allow you to avoid the frustration of occasional glare that comes and goes, depending on time of year and weather. It gives you the control of how much light enters your home and when.
You windows can provide you with beauty and atmosphere. They can also fill your life with frustration and annoyance. It’s time for you to take control - to make the most of the light available to you. We can help. We will guide you during our consultation, with consideration of window placement and how you use the rooms. We want to create the ideal environment for your family. Contact our team, at Horizon Window Fashions, for a free, in-home consultation.