Lighting & Shades
Graber Releases Spring 2026 Updates to Its Shade Lines
Highlights include expanded motorization, trend-forward fabrics, and refined craftsmanship.
Motorized Shades
News
Bond Brings Smart Control to Twitchell’s Tri-Power Tubular Shade Motors
Tri-Power is Twitchell’s first motor offering, designed for interior and exterior shade customers.
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Chowmainsoft Joins Josh.ai Developer Program, Releases Certified Somfy PoE Driver
Through this new certified driver developed by Chowmainsoft, Somfy PoE motors integrate directly with Josh.ai.
Lighting & Shades
Shade Innovations Debuts Upgrades to Its KAOS Platform
Enhancements include a high-power, quiet motor, IP5 weather-resistant remote, and Onyx Glide Rail System.
News
URC Launches Intelligent Shading Using AI and Real-Time Weather Data
Built with solar tracking algorithms, this new shading utility optimizes natural light, improving energy efficiency and indoor comfort.
Integration Guides
The Integration Guide to Motorized Shades Now Available
In this supplement, we talk to CI shading pros about how they sell motorized shades as part of an integrated whole-home system.
News
Nice to Showcase Intelligent Sun Shading at Lightapalooza 2026
Nice Sun Shades combine modern design, advanced motor technologies, and seamless smart-home integration.
News
Hunter Douglas Launches Pinnacle Program
New program introduces transparent pricing, simplified rewards, and performance-based growth.
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Lutron Releases 2026 Luxury Residential Trend Report
New consumer research reveals lighting, automated shades, and integrated controls are now considered essential to luxury home design.
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Josh.ai Partners With Shade Innovations
The integration delivers full feature parity across Josh.ai’s app and natural voice control interfaces.
News
ProSource Partners With Draper At Home
Based in Spiceland, Indiana, Draper At Home offers ProSource members U.S.-based manufacturing and industry-best lead times.
Features
Working With Shades by Matiss
A veteran shade manufacturer enters the custom integration channel.
News
Springs Window Fashions Acquires PowerShades
Springs looks to expand automation capabilities and strengthen CEDIA channel presence.
News
Bond Bridge Pro Integrates With Vertilux Window Shade Motors
The VTi Nexus Bridge powered by Bond brings Bond’s smart set-up and control experience to Vertilux’s 2-way RF-controlled Re-Lion window shade motors.
News
Zac Farber Joins Draper At Home as Technical Sales Manager for Custom Integration
Will help the company better support customers by improving technical documents and creating training materials and training programs.
Lighting & Shades
Draper Introduces Tensioned Shades from Guthrie Douglas
The Tess 140 and Tess 660 can be installed at any angle.
CEDIA Show
Modern Atomics to Show All Motorized Shade Motors at CEDIA Expo
Three new AI-enhanced power distribution units will be on display.
News
Screen Innovations Rebrands as Shades Division as Shade Innovations
Company also unveils new motor and control technologies and expands automation at Austin-based shade facility.
Blogs
2025 CEDIA Shares: Hunter Douglas
Hunter Douglas gives Residential Systems readers a sneak peek at what the company is planning for its CEDIA Expo/CIX 2025 exhibit.
Features
Shades Week: Functional Style
The versatility of motorized shade design and functionality continue to make them a high priority for clients.
Features
Shades Week Case Study: The Full Aura Experience
In its new training center, ProSource shows members the impact that Hunter Douglas’ shade/lighting solution can provide.
Behind the Business
Shades Week: Growing from the Inside Out
Why turning a team member into a shade specialist is the best retention tool you haven’t tried.
Features
Shades Week Case Study: High-End Garage
James Condon, known as “TheStradman” to his fans on YouTube, uses PowerShades to create an ideal filming location while protecting his prized auto collection.
Behind the Business
Shades Week: You Don’t Sell Shades; You Manage Light!
How to upgrade your shades sales strategy beyond luxury installations.
News
Hunter Douglas Expands PowerView Integration With Matter Support
Matter compatibility now available across all PowerView Gen 3 products and installations with a PowerView Gateway.
Lighting & Shades
Modern Atomics Expands Window Shade Power Management Lineup
Adds two new power distribution units to its line — Neutron and Tokamak.
Lighting & Shades
Hunter Douglas Unveils Design-Driven Enhancements to PowerView
Improvements include automation for arches and angles, dual-function shades, and a simplified desrsign.
News
Savant Adds Crown Shades to Recommended Partner Program
Savant now offers solutions from The Crown Shade Company that create opportunities for integrators to address a variety of window treatment needs.
Lighting & Shades
Hunter Douglas Releases Enhancements to PowerView
Improvements include smarter access, new motorization, and expanded power options.
Behind the Business
Design Week: The Shade Partner Checklist
What to look for when you decide to partner with a dedicated motorized shading company.
Featured Videos
Video Q&A: What’s Up With Furrion Outdoor TVs and Awnings
Company execs reveal what sets their products apart and what the plans are for the future.
News
Hunter Douglas Highlights 3 Untapped Opportunities for Custom Integrators
Using data from its Custom Integrator Program, Hunter Douglas sees three underutilized opportunities in the market.
News
Bond Bridge Pro Integrates With Mecho for Commercial Shade Applications
Brings app-based, voice-assisted, and extensive automation systems control to Mecho shades.
Integration Guides
The Integration Guide to Motorized Shades Now Available
CI shading pros share how they maximize efficiency across their motorized shade projects.
Lighting & Shades
Nice Unveils New Sun Shades Power and Control Panel
Nice is also providing hands-on training and in-field assistance for dealers.
News
Xspot Announces Strategic Partnership with Screen Innovations
Xspot's range of wire-management products are now available through the SI dealer portal.
News
Screen Innovations Brings Technical Sales, Support, and Design Services In-House
SI’s window coverings expansion is necessitating a shift in its high-touch support approach.
Lighting & Shades
Lutron Introduces Simplified and Affordable Roller Shade Solution
The Triathlon select roller shades offer simplified quoting and design choices, as well as a more affordable price point.
Sponsored
Innovation at Lutron Shines Fresh Light on Shades
Margaret Block, Luxury Shades Business Development Manager at Lutron, discusses the role of shades in AV integration, several new product features, and practical advice...
Lighting & Shades
Hunter Douglas Introduces PowerView Motorized Drapery Hardware
The new drapery motor offers hands-free drapery control alongside PowerView shades, blinds, and shutters.
News
Somfy Launches Sustainable Housing Program in California
Pilot program is aimed at reducing the costs of utilities and homeownership
Lighting & Shades
PowerShades Releases Versatile Zebra Shades
Combine light-blocking and light-filtering capabilities in one sleek system.