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The demand for motorized exterior shades in the Custom Installation (CI) market has seen a significant surge, as homeowners increasingly value outdoor living spaces and the energy efficiency benefits they offer. This trend is driven by the enhanced functionality, convenience, and seamless integration with smart home systems that motorized shades provide.
According to Chris Lynch, national business development director at Nice North America, the growing interest in motorized shades is due to their functionality and convenience. Motorized shades allow remote, automated control of sunlight, heat, and privacy, improving comfort and energy management while contributing to overall home design aesthetics.
Energy efficiency is a key factor driving this demand. Motorized shades help reduce heating and cooling costs by controlling sunlight more precisely, protecting furniture from UV damage, and improving insulation. Homeowners are also attracted to the convenience and automation that motorized shades offer. Shades can be controlled remotely or set on schedules, including integration with other smart home devices like thermostats and lighting, offering a unified, effortless home experience.
Design and lifestyle enhancement is another reason for the growing popularity of motorized shades. They are viewed not just as functional elements but also as stylish, customizable components that match home aesthetics and elevate living comfort. The rise of smart homes, especially in regions like North America and Europe, creates a receptive environment for motorized shades as part of connected device ecosystems, with continued innovations such as PoE technology enabling better control and wider use in both residential and commercial settings.
Motorized shades are becoming more accessible as advances in motor technology and fabric options make them more attractive and easier to install. For instance, the Hunter Douglas Aura Illuminated Shades offer control over lighting in a room, creating a soft glow and changing the feel of a space. The FlexStyle Cassette shade from Draper At Home is versatile, with options for standard voltage, low voltage, battery motors, RTS and Zigbee protocols, and square or curved cassettes.
Installation has also become simpler with innovations like the Hunter Douglas PowerView Gen 3 and the new PoE shade solution from Somfy. These solutions make installation easier for integrators, reducing setup time, improving communication, and eliminating the need for a perfect Wi-Fi setup. The new Somfy PoE shade solution allows for hardwired shades to be connected using existing wiring with only a PoE switch needed for power and communication.
Integrators like Cinegration advocate for motorized shades because they simplify life and elevate the user experience. They also emphasize the importance of working with a manufacturer who treats integrators like true partners. The detailed, upfront approach of integrators ensures efficiency during installation, minimizing hiccups, backtracking, and last-minute adjustments.
In conclusion, motorized shades are transitioning from a luxury item to a standard feature in smart homes because they align well with modern demands for convenience, integration, energy savings, and design flexibility. As the market for smart homes continues to grow, it is expected that the demand for motorized shades will continue to rise.
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- The enhanced lifestyle provided by motorized shades is a key factor in their growing popularity, as they offer remote control, smart home integration, and energy efficiency benefits.
- As part of the larger home-and-garden market, motorized shades are becoming increasingly important, especially in regions like North America and Europe, where smart home technology has gained traction.
- The technology behind motorized shades is constantly evolving, with innovations like PoE solutions enabling better control and wider use in both residential and commercial settings.
- Motorized shades are expected to become more accessible and affordable, allowing homeowners to enjoy the benefits of smart home automation, such as improved energy efficiency and lifestyle convenience, in more than just the luxury home market.
