Let Your Smart Home Take Control of Natural Light

Florida is called the Sunshine State for a good reason. Sarasota, FL, gets about 255 days of sunshine a year, which creates the perfect environment for heading to the beautiful beaches within its borders and experiencing an outdoor lifestyle that is comparable to few other places. 

However, as with most things in life, we can overdo a good thing. We know the effects of too much sunshine on our skin and eyes. What we don’t always consider is the effect on our home’s interior. The sun’s UV rays can wreak havoc on expensive fabrics and priceless memories, from fading floors and furniture to discolored artwork and worn photographs. 

In many homes, people respond to this dilemma by lowering their shades when the sun’s rays enter a room. The problem with this strategy is that the window coverings tend to remain in this position even as the sun arcs across the sky. As a result, they miss out on the beauty and life-giving benefits of natural light. 

There is a better way, and it’s called automated shades. Let’s explore the benefits they bring. 

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Elevated Luxury

No longer tied to manually controlling your window coverings, motorized shades let you press a button and electronically adjust one or every shade. Even better than one-touch or voice control is their automated features. Whether through programming or triggered by conditions, the shades automatically respond. 

When direct sunlight enters a room during the heat of the day, the blinds lower, protecting your home and its furnishings. As the day progresses, they open, letting in diffused sunlight. Maintaining just the right amount of light reduces the need for electrical lights and your HVAC system, creating a greener home. 

Our automation experts at Wicked Smart Homes program the system to respond to your preferences. This may mean shades that rise at sunrise and lower after dusk or west-facing shades that open just before sunset. While the choices are nearly limitless, it’s this level of customization that makes a smart home intelligent.

Designed for Today’s Homes

Today’s luxury homes tend to have large floor-to-ceiling windows and skylights designed to take advantage of natural light and breathtaking views. However, it can be difficult at best to manage the sunlight entering through these windows. With automated shades, managing this source of heat and light becomes effortless. 

If you think you’ll have to get used to modern roller shades on every window, think again. To provide our clients with the best and highest-quality products, we partner with Lutron, the global leader in automated shades. They search the world over, curating designer materials and providing clients with over 1,000 choices in carefully crafted materials. 

Incorporate striking textiles with Roman shades and a luxurious fabric selection. Experience the diffuse light available with honeycomb sheer blinds and the elegant simplicity of Palladiom roller shades or draperies customized to your home’s aesthetics. 

Are you ready to experience the functionality and beauty of a home where automated technology manages natural light? At Wicked Smart Homes, we’re here to help. To learn more about automated shades or to schedule a complimentary consultation, contact Wicked Smart Homes today.