The Digest | New Jersey Magazine
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Specializing in motorized shades, Hunter Douglas' latest designs have remained technologically innovative while also being sustainable. While there is the option to buy non-motorized window treatments, the use of technology sets Hunter Douglas apart from other manufacturers in the industry. ese advanced window treatments offer a myriad of options for the user to adapt their shades for any use and any room. Shades can be made to drop or rise depending on the time of day, controlled remotely, set at certain lengths, and programmed using Alexa and Google Home. Interior Motif consultants also recognize the importance of color, tone, opacity, and ambiance when it comes to helping clients find the perfect shades. "Windows are the eyes of the home so we try to make sure we're finding the best 'glasses' to fit the home," Elbaz says. Elbaz emphasizes that while trends and styles change every two years or so, the product offerings created by Hunter Douglas are thoughtful and detailed. Many of the fabrics and textiles used in Hunter Douglas window treatments are custom and exclusive to the brand including, silk-elemented fabric, cotton- elemented fabrics, pressed-polyester fabrics, and recyclable textile products that have been introduced in an effort to pivot toward sustainability. e most popular of the shades in the showroom include silhouette shades, which are a sheer fabric that filters light but offers one-direction viewing, meaning those inside the home can look out and see what's going on outside but neighbors can not peek into the home. Another popular shade is the roller shade or designer screen shades that are made with recycled materials as well as fiberglass and PVC. e most unique and energy-efficient shade is the Duette Honeycomb Shade. e product offers temperature control, to keep warmth in the home during the winter and cool air in during the summer. For 2023, Hunter Douglas, in partnership with the U.S. government and Star Alliance, will offer the purchase of Duette Honeycomb shades to be tax deductible. e window treatment industry is moving towards sustainable features like temperature control, sound filtering, and UV ray blocking, to adapt to a changing world. ese insulative qualities not only save costs but help protect expensive furnishings and textiles that may become faded or damaged by sun and moisture exposure. VUE ON | DESIGN 70 VUENJ.COM