In New England homes where the weather changes as often as the light, comfort, privacy, and energy efficiency are top priorities. With today’s Hunter Douglas PowerView® smart shades, homeowners can enjoy all three – along with effortless beauty and cutting-edge technology.
For Massachusetts homeowners who value both style and practicality, motorized window treatments are more than a luxury. They’re an investment in comfort, energy savings, and modern living.
What Are Smart Shades — and How Do They Work?
Smart window treatments combine elegant design with innovative technology. Using Hunter Douglas PowerView® Automation, your shades can be controlled by remote, smartphone app, or voice command. They can even be scheduled to open with the morning light and close automatically at dusk, all without lifting a finger.
From classic Colonial homes to contemporary coastal retreats, motorized shades integrate seamlessly into any interior. They can be powered by discreet rechargeable batteries or a hardwired system, and they work beautifully with all styles – whether you prefer Roman shades, Duette® honeycomb shades, shutters, or Silhouette® sheer shadings.
Energy Efficiency All Year Long
Massachusetts homeowners know the challenge: bitter winters, bright summers, and constantly changing weather. Smart shades help you maintain a comfortable temperature year-round by automatically adjusting based on the sun’s position or the time of day.
In winter, insulated shades reduce heat loss through windows by up to 40%, keeping your home warmer and your energy bills lower. In summer, they block harsh UV rays and help reduce solar heat gain — protecting your furniture and floors while keeping your home cooler.
Pro Tip: Pair your motorized shades with your smart thermostat for effortless energy management. Set schedules so your shades close during the hottest afternoon hours while your HVAC system adjusts automatically.
Privacy & Natural Light, Perfectly Balanced
One of the best features of smart shades is that they allow you to control privacy without sacrificing natural light. With top-down/bottom-up options, you can let sunlight in while keeping the lower portion of your windows covered. This is perfect for maintaining light and privacy in street-facing rooms.
Light-filtering fabrics let soft daylight fill your home while reducing glare, and blackout liners can be used in bedrooms for complete rest. And because your shades can move on a schedule, your home always looks curated, morning to night.
Convenience, Comfort & Safety
For retirees and busy families alike, cordless, remote-controlled operation makes life simpler. No tangled cords, no reaching – just effortless control from your phone or handheld remote.
Motorized shades are particularly valuable for older homeowners or those designing for aging in place, offering accessibility and peace of mind. With PowerView®, you can adjust every window in your home at once or automate them entirely, ensuring comfort and safety at any age.
Hunter Douglas PowerView® now offers a solar charger to further improve convenience and energy savings.
Enhanced Security While You’re Away
Motorized shades don’t just improve comfort. They also help protect your home when you’re not there.
By setting schedules that open and close your shades throughout the day, you can make your home appear occupied even when you’re traveling. When integrated with your smart home system, shades can work alongside your security cameras, lighting, and HVAC system for full control and efficiency from anywhere in the world.
Imagine checking your phone while on vacation in the Cape or abroad, and seeing your shades close at sunset automatically while your security lights turn on. That’s the peace of mind a connected home provides.
Hunter Douglas PowerView® easily integrates with smart systems like Alexa, Google Home, and Apple HomeKit, so you can manage lighting, privacy, temperature, and security, all in one simple app.
Luxury, Design & Long-Term Value
Yes, motorized shades are an investment. But they offer far more than convenience. With Hunter Douglas, you’re also investing in craftsmanship, beauty, and the best warranty in the industry.
Each product is designed to last decades, not years – and Tempting Interiors provides professional in-home consultation, precise measurement, expert installation, and full warranty support.
When you choose premium window treatments, you’re not just upgrading your home – you’re increasing its value, efficiency, and comfort.
A Real-Life Example: Modern Comfort in a Classic Massachusetts Home
Recently, we installed automated Duette® Honeycomb Shades in a historic Needham home. The homeowners wanted better insulation in winter and glare control in summer – but didn’t want to compromise their home’s charm.
With PowerView® automation, their shades now adjust automatically with the sunlight, keeping rooms bright but private. Their heating bills dropped noticeably, and they can control every shade from their phones, even when they’re away.
The Tempting Interiors Difference
At Tempting Interiors, we specialize in custom Hunter Douglas window treatments designed for New England living. From consultation to installation, we handle everything: design guidance, measurement, motorization setup, and full-service warranty support.
We make it effortless for you to enjoy the comfort, security, and beauty that comes with premium smart shades.
Ready to Experience the Difference?
Schedule your free in-home consultation today and discover how motorized Hunter Douglas shades can transform your Massachusetts home.
We’re proud to serve homeowners throughout Southborough, Westborough, Hopkinton, Northboough, Natick, Wellesley, Weston, Dover, Sherborn, Sudbury, Wayland, all throughout the greater Boston area as well as the cape and islands!
Tempting Interiors — your trusted local Hunter Douglas expert.
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