The terms home automation and ‘smart home’ mean the same thing. To put it simply, this describes any home that uses technology solutions like apps and sensors to automate daily tasks throughout your home. A typical smart home utilizes some sort of central control unit or app with interconnected systems like voice commands, programs and timers. The goal with smart home Hunter Douglas technology like PowerView Motorization is to make your life easier and more efficient. Smart homes and smart home tech also falls under the category of what's called, the Internet of Things. This technology is becoming more prevalent, with various companies like Nest, Hive, Samsung and Luxaflex® all breaking into the industry.
IoT stands for "the Internet of Things." IoT broadly describes a fast-growing market of home automation technology, products, systems, and devices. These are what we call "smart devices" because they communicate in some way with the internet and each other. The benefit of IoT technology is real-time reporting. You're able to know what each system in your home is doing and when. There is now no need for mechanical timers to turn on a light or flick a switch. Instead, most IoT devices offer some form of app and integration with your smartphone.
Before IoT and smart home technology, automating the window blinds and shutters in your home required a myriad of pre-programmed timers, switches, and settings. Truly remote controlled lighting is now vastly different, especially with the PowerView app from Hunter Douglas.
Hunter Douglas now offers an array of automation control devices that integrate with its RedDot Design Award Winning PowerView Motorization system. With PowerView, you can set pre-devised moods such as ‘movie’ or ‘dinner time’ to work in tandem with the light you allow in with your window coverings. Use the PowerView app to position and tilt the shades to allow as little or as much light in. Each shade can operate independently as each is driven by a different motor and setting.
Automated shades are a great solution when it comes to controlling and maximizing your heating and cooling costs. Set custom scenes and automatically close your window treatments when it's hot out in the summer to keep the heat out and reduce heat loss in the winter by automatically lowering your shades at night. For additional energy efficiency, consider the insulating power of cellular shades in conjunction with the PowerView system. The cellular shades will add an extra layer of insulation at your windows.
Using a remote heating control or a smart thermostat that does the calculations for you can mean big savings on heating and air conditioning bills. With PowerView you can integrate a wireless thermostat that works with your home's WiFi. This allows you to control both your window coverings and your thermostat from your smartphone. Setting your window blinds using PowerView allows a winter home to capture more sunlight for thermal gain while you're out, and later trap heat in at night, closing your shades as the sun goes down. For summer, you may integrate your PowerView system with Duette Shades to block out the sun's rays and keep your home cool.
PowerView now also includes voice control. With voice commands, you can set your PowerView Motorization system to control the timing and positioning of your shades. Set them to raise, lower, tilt and traverse automatically all to suit your schedule. Not only is PowerView hugely effective and efficient, but its also compatible with other home-automated systems, including Nest®, IFTTT, Logitech®, Savant®, Control4®, URC®, ELAN®, Remote Technologies Incorporated and Crestron®.
While you enjoy effortless control of your shades with the touch of a button, also consider safety. Because PowerView window treatments are all cordless, you stand to make your home safer for kids and pets. Automation also allows for greater privacy. Keep prying eyes and nosey neighbors out at select hours of the day. While the PowerView System certainly boasts brains, it's beautiful as well, with thoughtful design enhancements for each of its components.
The artfully-shaped PowerView Pebble Remotes and Scene Controllers now feature three new, on-trend colors—Ecru, Oyster, and Mist. These neutral additions join the current offering, providing ten fashion-forward colors to complement all interiors—from traditional to totally modern.
The PowerView Hub, the system's heart, and command center has evolved to echo the Pebble's appearance for a more cohesive look, while also offering faster processing speeds for an improved user experience. And, since it is now Wi-Fi enabled, there is no need to be restrained to a router.
The PowerView App, used to control individual shades and create Scenes—pre-programmed shade positions (like "Rise and Shine", "Dinner Party" or "Movie Night")—has been redesigned. Most notably, the App spotlights a refined color scheme and a dashboard feature—a customizable "home page" where you can add favorite Scenes, shades, and automations.
The PowerView Repeater is equipped with strengthened signal ranges for even greater coverage throughout your home. Its sleeker style matches the new Hub, accentuated by an LED light as its base that provides customized illumination day or night. Select from a collection of seven hues, adjust the intensity and include them in Scenes created in the PowerView App.
If you're considering a window remodel, make sure you pick a company that values community and family as much as great service and expertise. Learn more about Horizon Window Fashions and check out our extensive line of Hunter Douglas window treatments. To see our window coverings in person, contact us or stop by our showroom located across from the Reno Costco.
If you're looking for Hunter Douglas window coverings, you have a lot of options. It's true - many mainstream home improvement chains carry Hunter Douglas products, but what they don't offer is friendly and knowledgable service. Many people appreciate the style, quality and ease of use associated with Hunter Douglas window coverings. What they aren't always aware of is that full installation requires bespoke service and custom made window coverings. In nearly every instance, a trained professional needs to measure and special order your specific window covering. This is why Horizon Window Fashions is more than a Hunter Douglas Gallery. The following are the ways in which we go above and beyond to service our customers.
If you're like many others, you prefer to research home decor options online before making a purchase. We make research and education easier for you by providing up-to-date information regarding Hunter Douglas products. You can browse through our selection of window blinds, shutters, and shades all online before visiting our showroom. Learn about the features of each window covering and get design inspiration from our extensive Photo Gallery and Ideas Blogs. The information and photos we provide you on our website are there to help inform you as to your window treatment options. Our goal is to help you find smart solutions for your home. Once you have an idea of what your needs are we like to invite you into our Hunter Douglas showroom. Here you can feel, grasp and literally try out each product within a friendly environment.
As part of our commitment to customer service we offer our clients free in-home consultations. We frequently find that your needs as a client vary based on the uniqueness of your home. This is why we send out our trained experts to your home. They'll discuss your needs and inform your decision making. They’ll also help you assess energy-efficiency requirements, light-filtering needs, and how all of those variables will translate within your home. You can even schedule your free in-home consultation today.
As the largest premier provider of Hunter Douglas window coverings in Norther Nevada, it's our duty to guarantee your satisfaction. We trust in the integrity of our product and services, but mistakes do happen. This is why always commit to your satisfaction and make things right. Being a large Hunter Douglas dealer, we also offer competitive pricing that is typically only offered to high-volume dealers.
We've been a Hunter Douglas Gallery in Northern Nevada for nearly 20 years. Our in-house team of skilled window fashion experts are among the best in the state. The entire Horizon team are certified in Hunter Douglas products and are skilled in determining your window treatment needs whether its for a new home or a remodel. If you’re looking for a Hunter Douglas gallery who can help you with the entire process from end-to-end, including:
We're still a local, family-owned window fashions supplier, despite having grown into one of Northern Nevada’s largest Hunter Douglas Gallery dealers. As part of our growth we've also enjoyed the pleasure of participating in local community events. Most notably, we sponsor the Reno Rodeo and the Veteran’s Guest House.
Window design may seem like a small piece of your life when you have so many other stressors caving in on you on a daily basis. But when a window remodel creeps its way into the front of your mind, make sure you pick a company that values community and family as much as great service and expertise, like Horizon. Learn more about Horizon Window Fashions and check out the extensive line of Hunter Douglas window treatments that we offer. To see our window coverings in person, contact us or stop by our showroom located across from the Reno Costco.
Horizon Window Fashions offers Hunter Douglas PowerView motorized blinds and other traditional window coverings. Each blind operating system features superior styling and functionality and all are designed to modernize the look and feel of your home. We tailor each of our blind operating systems to your individual needs. To take your functionality and design to the next level, consider Hunter Douglas PowerView Motorized Blind Operating Systems. These motorized and customizable window blinds are available in vertical or horizontal styles. The innovative design of Hunter Douglas PowerView motorized blinds adds convenience to your daily routine and make it much easier to open and close your blinds, but they also afford you greater control over how much light you let into the room and at what time of day. This can often result in added comfort and energy bill savings in the long-run. Read and discover more details about the various Hunter Douglas Blind Operating Systems offered at Horizon Window Fashions.
Chain and Cord operating systems are your traditional tried-and-true window covering solution. These Hunter Douglas vertical window blinds, give you the most amount of color and material selection options. Manually pulling the chain allow you to adjust the flow of light into any given room. This manual is also one of your most cost effective and widely available options.
Motorized blind systems afford you luxury and convenience. With motorized systems, your vertical window blinds open and shut with the touch of button. They also allow you to remotely select your ambiance levels from across the room.
Take automation to the next level with a Hunter Douglas PowerView® Motorization system. PowerView® allows you to pre-program your favorite lighting conditions and remotely raise and lower your blinds from an app or the ergonomic Pebble scene controller. Let the afternoon light in to warm up your home before you've arrived, or set blinds to give the appearance of being at home while you’re out of town. PowerView® gives you a myriad of customizable features and options when it comes to light control.
PermAssure Wand Control blinds utilize the same simplicity as the classic chain and cord system. The PermAssure wand replaces the traditional looped chain with a solid wand. This window coverings solutions is perfect for Reno homes with children or pets looking for a safer alternative.
The PermaTilt operating system combines the traditional chain and cord system with the safety of a single wand. Using a wand with an attached cord, you have the best control over how the blinds traverse your window or sliding door, as well as how much light you let into the room.
This is a cordless operating system that gives you the simplest option for raising and lowering your window blinds. Easily operate your horizontal blinds with one hand as you push up to raise or pull down to lower. The proprietary design allows the window blinds to stay in place once you release them. A clean, cordless look also creates a safer environment for children and pets.
Looking for blinds with a cord that will stay out of way and out of reach? The UltraGlide provides a fixed cord length that retracts after each pull. This keeps the cord a convenient length, but out of the way of nosing animals or children.
If traditional is what you’re after, look no farther than the Standard Cordlock system for your horizontal blinds. This system utilizes a standard locking cord with cleats mounted to the side of your window frame to hook the excess cord around. This keeps the cord looking neat and not dangling or bumping against your blinds.
Utilize our experts to select the best blind operating system for your home. We can help you pick out the proper operating system for your situation, as well as make color and texture suggestions. No matter what style you choose -from our more traditional offerings to our top of the line Hunter Douglas PowerView system - you're sure to fall in love with your home again! Horizon Window Fashions has the experience to help you select the best window coverings for french doors. We take into consideration the design and style and functional needs of your room. We’ll help you tie your room together with luxurious window coverings for your French doors. Request a complimentary design consultation from our experts, we'll help you determine the best style of shades, blinds, and shutters and which operating system will work best for you.
You’ve already noticed that it's darker when you get home and that temperatures are chilly at night. No doubt you’re starting to think about your monthly energy bill. If you have an older home or non energy efficient window treatments, like uninsulated window blinds or shades, then almost certainly your energy bills are going to skyrocket. Here are some common energy efficiency complaints that crop up every winter, so we’ve put together some explanations and advice that's sure to keep your home warmer, while saving you some long-term cash. The best part is that you can begin living a more comfortable, stylish, functional, and energy efficient life.
You're not crazy - in-fact, it is cooler by your windows, and here’s why: the air inside your home is constantly moving. When the temperatures are cold outside, the warm inside air gives up some of its energy and cools off as it passes over the surface of the window. As the air circulates away from the window, you then feel the chill. With insulation you can prevent this from happening, while creating a more energy efficient home. We suggest installing window shades with a cellular design. For example: Hunter Douglas Duette honeycomb shades are made to trap your home’s warm air in pockets at the window. As air circulates in your home, it circulates around the shade, instead of the cold window. This helps to maintain your home's temperature. The result: if your thermostat reads 72°, you'll be at a cozy, comfortable 72°--even by the windows. What's a cheap way to block heat from windows? The other solution is to insulate yourself. By throwing on a sweater, you can trap heat against your body. This lets you turn the temperature down in your home a few degrees without feeling cold. It can also save you up to 4% on your monthly heating bill. Save energy and money by insulating yourself and your windows this winter.
There’s nothing like a ray of sunshine on a chilly winter day. The sun is a great asset during our Reno winters. It allows you to use solar heat to warm your home; however, its hard to make the most of the sun’s supplemental heating power on a consistent basis. You may leave for work in the morning with gorgeous sunshine streaming in and then come home to a bitter draft flowing throughout your home. If that’s the case, then Hunter Douglas PowerView automated window shades are the answer. These automatic power shades hold the key to making your home more energy efficient. PowerView enables you to program your shades to raise or lower automatically at set times to set positions. This means that you can modulate your home's energy efficiency around the sun's position and the outside temperature. PowerView automatic shades from Hunter Douglas also utilize GPS data to determine the exact sunrise and sunset times in your area. You can capture every second of solar heat without ever having to lift a finger.
The beautiful daylighting you see in all of your favorite home magazines and websites isn't unattainable. With window shades and curtains drawn in the winter, you probably wish you could stop living in a cave and let some natural light into your life. Not only will this boost your mood, but it will result in a more energy efficient home. Dressing your windows with energy efficient window treatments that allow for top-down, bottom-up function will let natural light work in incredible ways. Window shades that diffuse light, block harmful rays, and let you control the direction of lighting will also make your home beautiful, comfortable, and also reduce your need for artificial light. With the right window treatments, you'll save electricity and money, Our solution to this problem are Silhouette and Vignette energy efficient window treatments; these are two of the best options for achieving magazine and website worthy daylighting throughout your home. As winter darkness creeps in, save your lamps and chandeliers for creating awesome dinner party ambiance, and enjoy days filled with smiles and glowing natural light. If you can relate to drafty windows, a busy life that conflicts with the sun’s schedule, and annoying glare or cave-like living, then it’s time to find solutions. The right window coverings make a huge difference in your home and in your life. At Horizon Window Fashions, we’re here to guide you in selecting the best window treatments for your unique spaces. We come to you and asses your window covering needs. If you hurry, you can still take advantage of the best savings of the year during our Season of Style Event. A comfortable, beautiful, energy efficient home is just a phone call or click away. Connect with our team today. Stop by our showroom or schedule an in-home consultation today.
Window treatments can make a huge impact on energy consumption. As much as 50% of a home's heating and cooling energy can be lost through its windows. All Hunter Douglas window treatments provide window insulation, offering your home increased protection against heat loss during the winter, while minimizing the sun's heat or "solar heat" during the summer.
In winter months, indoor heating escapes through windows to the outdoors. During the summertime, outside heat flows the opposite direction and into your home. Many Hunter Douglas window treatments help insulate homes; this reduces energy consumption, saves on heating and cooling costs, and creates a more comfortable room setting.
The warmth provided by the sun (solar energy) may be desirable during winter months, yet this same heat can make a room overly hot and uncomfortable during the summer months, driving up air conditioning costs. Many window treatments are designed to reduce the amount of solar heat that passes through the window, which is known as the Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC). The lower the SHGC, the more protected your home is from the sun's heat. Enjoy the sun's warmth when desired, is as simple as raising or opening window treatments.
Daylighting is the practice of lighting rooms with natural light rather than generating illumination from electricity. With Hunter Douglas window treatments, you can control how much natural light comes into your room. Sheers and other select styles actually diffuse light as it enters, helping to draw it deeper into the room. You may also direct incoming light where it's needed most by tilting louvers, slats, vanes, window blinds and panels. Proper window treatments drawing natural light into a room and reduce your need for other types of lighting, netting energy savings.
Learn more about Horizon Window Fashions and check out the extensive line of Hunter Douglas window treatments that we offer. To see our window coverings in person, contact us or stop by our showroom located across from Reno Costco.
It doesn’t matter if your windows face east, west, or in between. If you own a home in Reno, you know shutters are important. Shutters lower electrical costs, keep the sun out of your eyes, and provide an extra layer of security and privacy. They also add an elegant touch to your home décor. Window shutters are more than window dressing. In Reno, they are a necessity! Did you know window shutters and window blinds are not the same type of window covering? Shutters close in a single motion and do not utilize a cord like blinds do. This durable feature is helpful when you have curious pets or kids who like to peek out the window. If you are considering shutters, how do you choose the right ones for your home? This quick guide can help you. Horizon Window Fashions carries the well-made, durable, and prestigious Hunter Douglas brand of traditional and motorized shutters.
Palm Beach PolysatinTM Vinyl: These window shutters are a dynamic choice to brighten up your home, designed to give you the feeling of being in Palm Beach. Made from a PolysatinTM compound, these window shutters are UV resistant. They are guaranteed to withstand anything Reno can throw at it. Extreme moisture and heat will never crack, fade, discolor, warp, peel, or chip these beautiful shutters. We offer our Palm Beach PolysatinTM Vinyl Shutters in a range of best-selling whites. The fresh, clean look of these shutters is designed to last. You can clean and maintain these shutters with ease.
Newstyle© Hybrid Composite: These are the shutters for you, if you are looking to purchase beautiful shutters at a value price. Made from a durable blend of advanced modern-day materials and attractive real wood, the Newstyle's are where advanced technology and modern innovation come together. We also offer our exclusive Finetech finish and select hybrid materials. Your home will exhibit classic styling and sophistication at an affordable price.
Heritance© Hardwood: These beautiful plantation-style shutters are artfully crafted from real wood. They are durable and strong due to the dovetail technique used in their construction. Best of all, you can choose from a large selection of stain and paint finishes to match the interior of your gorgeous Reno home. The classic styling and long-lasting durability of shutters adds a distinguished look. Featuring the largest options for paint, stain and design choices in the industry, these shutters suit the unique qualities of style, shape, and function for your home.
You know how when midsummer roles around, and all you want is the light of that bright sunny day without all the scorching heat that comes with it? Without a good window dressing setup, your home can quickly become a hotbox. But have no fear, we have a few great window designs for you that are functional, as well as energy efficient. Take a look for yourself:
Did you know window awnings can reduce heat from the sun by as much as 65% on southern facing homes, and 77% on those of you facing west? Originally made of metal or canvas, awnings used to have to be resurfaced fairly routinely, but with the emersion of synthetic materials such as acrylic, this isn’t so much the case anymore. If you decide to go with one of these energy-friendly shade providers, be sure to pick an opaque color, as this allows for optimum heat repellent and as a result, a happier you.
While lacking in the heat retention department, interior window blinds are a great way to keep the heat from getting in. With great adjustability and a reflective surface, window blinds can reduce heat in your home by as much as 45%. And if you really want to impress the neighbors at the next barbecue, consider painting your ceilings a light color to help with heat reduction—with blinds, you can direct sunlight onto the ceiling, which with a light pigment can diffuse the light and eliminate the heat that accompanies it.
Seems simple, right? Well sometimes, simple is best. Shades are a great way to reduce heat in your home, especially when placed close to a wall which creates a sealed air space. To be especially energy efficient, get your hands on some duel shades. These bad boys are dark on one side, and reflective on the other, allowing you to reverse them depending on the season for either a nice cool living room, or a toasty den in the depths of winter. Just remember: face the reflective side toward the place of greatest heat—whether that’s outside or in your living room.