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.
When Pantone announced the 2017 Color of the Year in December, results were mixed and people were a little confused.
“Greenery is a fresh and zesty yellow-green shade that evokes the first days of spring when nature’s greens revive, restore and renew. Illustrative of flourishing foliage and the lushness of the great outdoors, the fortifying attributes of Greenery signals consumers to take a deep breath, oxygenate and reinvigorate.” -- Pantone.com
While some people loved the bright, fresh and modern shade of green, others felt it was too vibrant a color and not reflective of the earthy greens found in nature. For those that loved the color, greenery invited an opportunity for redecoration along with the revitalization. This redecoration process often starts with a wall color and is finished with new window treatments. With such a bright color, window treatments can bring the final touch to tie your new color scheme together. 
To jumpstart your redecorating process, picking a feature point can be a great place to begin. Select your feature in Pantone’s ‘Greenery’:
Utilizing a Greenery feature point will draw your eye to the bright color without overwhelming your space. This fresh greenery color traverses across seasons well - whether reminding you of spring weather on a dreary winter day, or taking the bright summer colors from outdoors to indoors. 
Greenery is a versatile color that can be incorporated into your window treatments in several different color palettes to match your tastes. Pair the bright green with other pastels and vibrant colors to give a fulfilling spring vibe. Or, choose to pair the greenery with browns, taupes, and rich copper tones to reflect the natural feel of a forest floor. Any color palette can be pulled together through the use of stylish window coverings. If you find yourself drawn to Pantone’s Greenery, but not quite sure what to do with it, check out Pantone’s color palette options to get you started with a style you’ll love.
Our team at Horizon Window Fashions will be happy to help you incorporate this new color into your window treatments too! Contact us for a free consultation to begin revitalizing and rejuvenating your space.
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.
Reno is abuzz with summer activity! Slap on some sunscreen, throw on your favorite pair of shades, and you are set for being on the water, spending time at festivals, biking - whatever it is that you love in the great outdoors. You protect yourself from the intense summer sun and heat, but do you protect your home and your budget? Here are three great window covering solutions from our team at Horizon Window Fashions that will save your home from the summer heat.
While you don’t want to slather your home in sunscreen, we know that you do want to protect your beloved furnishings from UV damage. Hunter Douglas has made this effortless with a revolutionary innovation in motorized window shades: PowerView. With the touch of a button, you can save just the right settings for your home’s shades and schedule them to occur automatically. Plus, with the PowerView App, you can control your window shades even when you aren’t home. Relish the benefits of automatically having the perfect amount of light and privacy all while you protect your furnishings and save your home from the summer heat with Hunter Douglas PowerView.
Day after day as the temperature hits 90 degrees, your air conditioner is undoubtedly working overtime—and costing you a lot of money. Or, worse yet, you may be choosing to not run your air all the time—which means you are living in uncomfortable temperatures both inside and out. If this is you, we have good news. You don’t have to sacrifice comfort to save money. The right kind of window coverings are the solution you need. Duette shades are a favored option to save your home from the summer heat. They insulate at the window to keep your home a comfortable temperature—no matter the weather outside—which gives your AC a break and you some extra cash in your pocket.
While the summer sun is gorgeous, gazing at it often hurts your eyes. How often do you find yourself reaching for your sunglasses as you drive around the busy streets of Reno? Do you ever reach for them at home? You might not realize how much the summer sun is affecting the atmosphere of your home. Windows that face east and west let in direct sunlight and heat all day. Ones that face north and south can produce blinding glare. Finding the perfect shades for your windows is just as important as finding your own favorite pair! We can help you choose window covering solutions, like top-down bottom-up window shades, that diffuse glare and allow you to control how much and where light comes into your home. Save your home from the summer heat and give it the look and feel you want.
Summer is all about enjoyment. Why not enjoy a comfortable, energy-efficient, protected, and naturally lit home that saves you money? Let our team help you find window covering solutions that will save your home from the summer heat and put extra spending cash in your wallet. For a free, in-home consultation, contact our team at Horizon Window Fashions.
Every home has its tricky spots. And solving those issues is not always easy - sometimes you create problems by solving other ones. When it comes to light control solutions, versatility is your most important characteristic, offering you solutions that will fit your lifestyle. One of our favorite ways to provide you with the versatility you need, here in the Reno area, is with top down bottom up window coverings.
With top down bottom up window coverings, you can adjust your custom window shades exactly where you need them to be so you feel comfortable with your privacy. The beauty of this operating feature is that you still can enjoy natural light filling your rooms. You can still take in the beauty of the trees and sky right outside your home. No sacrifice here, but all the privacy you and your family need.
The environment within your home should be all you want it to be. Pleasant and relaxing, you should spend time in your home without complication or frustration. With top down bottom up window coverings, adjust your window shades based on circumstance. Feel like watching TV in the afternoon? No problem. The glare is diffused, even though natural light can be welcomed in through other parts of the window. Exactly what you need and want, every time.
Make no mistake - one of the biggest issues for homeowners in the Reno area is temperature control. The intensity of direct sunlight can make those utility bills skyrocket. Wouldn’t it be nice to find a solution that doesn’t feel so secluded? Top down bottom up window coverings can be adjusted to fit the exact position needed. You can still experience the beauty of your view with natural light entering your home, without risking heating it up.
Do you know that the automation of your window shades can be scheduled? Throughout the day, the sunlight interacts with your home in different ways based on your home’s location and the direction your windows face. Top down bottom up window coverings can be set to adjust so your home receives the best benefits available with effortless operation. We would love to help you discover what the versatility of custom window shades can do for you. Contact our team, at Horizon Window Fashions for a free, in-home consultation.
Fresh air and sunshine. With all of the Springtime excitement in the Reno area, humans are not the only ones who want to enjoy all that nature has to offer. While they can’t be outside all the time, your pets can enjoy a daily dose of sunshine and a great view with window coverings based on their needs. (And yours, too!) Make sure it’s safe for them with these tips for pet safe window coverings.
Houzz featured an article that takes you room-to-room for pet proofing your home. We know that pets spend a great deal of time at the windows. They want to be a part of the excitement, sometimes just catching a glimpse is enough to satisfy their curiosity. Wouldn’t it be great if you could maintain privacy and light control without having to worry about what it would look like later? Pet safe window coverings, like our Skyline Gliding Panels, offer a vertical solution for pets to nudge aside to take a peek, or open for partial view during the day. Perfect for sliding glass doors and large windows, these pet safe window coverings allow your pet to interact without harm to themselves or your window shades, and go right back into position.
Cords can be dangerous for children and pets that just want to play. Pet safe window coverings involve removing the temptation of potential entanglement so your pets will stay safe, even when you’re away. All of our window shades and window blinds, like our Pirouette Window Shadings, feature safety options when it comes to cords. That means you choose what will work best for your home, knowing that our first priority is to keep your family safe, and that includes the furry members! Cordless options are available in LiteRise and PowerRise. If a cord is necessary, you have the options of Cordlock technology or a short, retractable cord. Keep them safe, and give yourself some peace of mind.
Pets love to be front and center for whatever is going on just beyond your windows and doors. You know your pet best. Sometimes giving them access to the view is what they need, and sometimes it’s not. Some pets do better with a bit more seclusion. The beauty of pet safe window coverings, like our Vignette Modern Roman Shades, is that with features like top/down, bottom/up, you can decide on the environment for your pet. For more seclusion, without sacrificing natural light, bring the top down while keeping the bottom closed. For a consistent, comfortable temperature all day while your pets enjoy the view, adjust open slightly at the top and bottom, while the majority of the window shades stay in position, giving you all the benefits you need.
One concern we all have with pets is the cleanliness factor. Pets bring in dust. They leave footprints. They leave hair that forms pet ‘tumbleweeds’ in the corners of your home. Hunter Douglas offers materials and fabrics that are dust and soil resistant, which means that your pets can interact with these pet safe window coverings, and they will remain fresh and clean for years to come. With design features, like the pleats of Duette Architella Shades, the innovation of TruPleat technology ensures that your window shades will stay organized and uniform - just the way you want it to be.
Members of our family, permanently stuck in our hearts, our pets mean the world to us. Create an environment in your Reno area home that allows them to exist comfortably throughout their days and nights. With pet safe window coverings, your pets will be protected, and your investment will too, with the long-lasting durability of our Hunter Douglas products. Contact our team, at Horizon Window Fashions, for a free, in-home consultation.
There are many reasons to start a remodeling project - one of the biggest ones is to increase the value of your home. Whether you just moved in, are thinking of selling, or just caught the Spring bug that urges us to refresh our surroundings, staying focused on projects that will improve your happiness and increase the value of your home is important. HGTV has identified tips for helping you get started. While we are in total agreement with HGTV, we also believe that home improvements are often about the atmosphere and the feel of a home. Don’t know where to begin? It’s always better to get started on that next project - even if that means just stepping foot inside a showroom or home improvement store to find some inspiration. In the Reno area, we would love to have you stop in or schedule a free, in-home consultation for window coverings that will transform your home.
To increase the value of your home, you have to start with the first impression. Now is the time of year to make changes to the outside of your home - you can find time when it’s cooler and the sun is less intense. General cleaning and simple landscaping is a must. You will feel better about yourself and your home with improvements to the outside. This includes window coverings: consistency counts. The look of your home will come together with a polished appearance when you have window coverings that provide consistency from the outside. And when you pull up after a long day, you will fall in love with your home all over again.
When thinking of ways to increase the value of your home, the kitchen should be your top consideration. Changes that you make will improve the look and feel of your kitchen, and the atmosphere of your home will reflect that. The kitchen is where a great deal of your family’s time is spent, and it’s often where habits are formed. The investment you put into your kitchen will be a huge benefit in the long run. You may not have to do much, but even changing out the lighting, buying new hardware and adding a coat of paint are small projects that will update it and make it feel like a whole new space. Window coverings can help bring in the light for a natural glow, creating the right environment for healthy choices. And with the Counterparts Program from Hunter Douglas, you can choose window coverings that offer complementary styles to coordinate your home.
Just like the kitchen, bathroom upgrades can do a lot to increase the value of your home. An important investment, redoing the bathroom can sometimes feel like a daunting task. Take time to consider whether you need to start over, or if small changes and updates will be the right choice for you. Lots of elements of decor can provide the refreshment you need: changing mirrors, lighting, hardware and paint colors. Maybe the structure and fixtures are in quality shape, but you want to add personality? Think about buying new linens and artwork to add your own appeal. Bathrooms can feel like your own personal sanctuary with the right window coverings. You will be able to transform your bathroom into a space that offers high amounts of natural light with as much privacy as you need, and you will be able to start your day off on the right note every morning.
The lighting in a home has such an effect on the atmosphere. To increase the value of your home, consider upgrades to lighting that add to the function and style of the space. Decide whether the room in question needs a dimmer or a switch for additional ambiance. Window coverings play an important role in the atmosphere and lighting of each and every room in your home. Window coverings that filter the light, or pull the natural light in, will transform the look and feel of that room. Window coverings can change the way you interact with a space, increasing your productivity and mood. The style added to a room with window coverings that complement your home’s decor are sure to put a smile on your face every time you enter.
While some home improvements can feel overwhelming, getting started on your next project in the Reno area can be fun and easy with our team at Horizon Window Fashions. We would love to work with you to create the environment you have always wanted in your home. Whether you are looking to increase the value of your home, or just refresh the atmosphere with style and function, we can help! Contact our team for a free, in-home consultation.
Looking for design inspiration? Stop searching. Start styling. Your home deserves to be a reflection of contemporary appeal and striking design. With the chic simplicity of Designer Roller Shades, choose from a large selection of colors, textures and patterns that will speak volumes, or subtle whispers, of sophistication and charm. Designer Roller Shades highlight the beauty of your decor when lowered, while showcasing your amazing view when opened. Find your inspiration here...
This season has brought a revitalization, a freshness only experienced in Springtime. Harness that energy with bold colors this season. From a bright, pop of color, to the subtle hue of neutrals, the sleek backdrop provided by Designer Roller Shades will heighten the style of any room in your home. With Hunter Douglas’ Counterparts Program, you can select complementary fabrics and design elements across a variety of window covering options, including Designer Roller Shades. Enjoy the sunshine of Springtime - no matter the size, shape or function of your windows!
Alluring design, restorative charm. The qualities of nature welcome in an atmosphere of sublime relaxation. With fabrics and textures inspired by the great outdoors, let Designer Roller Shades envelope your home in peaceful tranquility. With simplistic operation to open, close or adjust, you can enjoy the benefits of these window coverings in an instant. Add the convenience of automation with PowerRise, and experience nature like never before with the simple touch of a button.
From geometric designs to whimsical patterns, the style choices are endless with Designer Roller Shades. Add dimension and unique charm to your space as your window coverings reflect the charisma of your own personality. Already have your favorite design scheme in your home through drapery panels and top treatments? The low profile of Designer Roller Shades makes pairing a cinch, and they won’t complicate the stunning look of your window treatments.
Like a light switch, the open and close operation of Designer Roller Shades offers you instant solutions for light control, privacy and UV protection. These window coverings allow you to choose how much light enters your room, regardless of the time of day. Tired of the glare? It’s gone - in an instant. Direct sunlight heating up your home? No more. And because Designer Roller Shades have such a low profile design and simplistic operation, they fit anywhere, making them the perfect solution for your trickiest spots!
We want to help make your inspiration a reality. At Horizon Window Fashions, our design experts will take the time to listen to you. Form, function and fashion can be yours with window coverings that create a beautiful backdrop for your life. Contact our team for a free, in-home consultation.