Get this: the average home has one window per one hundred square feet. Let’s assume you’ve got a home that’s 7,000 sq. ft. That means you’ve got around 70 windows. Now imagine having to manually open every shade or window throughout your home. Talk about a big waste of time and a major inconvenience.

With shade control, you can effortlessly open and close blinds with the touch of a button. In addition, motorized window treatments allow you to adjust the amount of daylight entering your home, save energy, and protect interiors. With hundreds of fabric and color options available, there’s sure to be one that complements your home’s décor.

Do you want to add convenience and sophistication to your Houston, Texas home? In this edition of our blog, we’ll help you discover three of the benefits of motorized shades. Be sure to check out part two to learn about three other advantages of shades.

Is there any part of the home you can’t make “smart?” More and more homes (and apartments and resorts, etc.) are being constructed with advanced technologies built in. Ovens and refrigerators are being delivered with WiFi, apps and touchscreens. However, don’t think you’ve missed the boat if your whole environment hasn’t been retrofit for all the new technology. BRAVAS Houston has solutions for introducing basic home automation to get you acclimated, such as motorized shades!