Design & Smart Home Motorization Blog

There is a sudden, undeniable crispness in the air. As summer winds down across Ontario, our focus naturally shifts back indoors. We start thinking about cozy evenings, turning on the furnace, and eventually, welcoming family and friends for the winter holidays. If...

The Hidden Cost of Big-Box Blinds | Shades of Home Canadian Craftsmanship The Hidden Cost of Big-Box Blinds When it is time to upgrade your home’s window coverings, it is easy to default to the familiar aisles of massive, US-based big-box chains. But before you settle...

Design Trends & Smart Home Motorization The Art of Layering: Combining Custom Drapery with Motorized Smart Shades Published for Fall 2026 | Interior Design Guide As late August brings a subtle shift in the air across Southern Ontario, our focus naturally transitions....

Summer in Southern Ontario brings glorious sunshine, but with it comes soaring temperatures and harsh, damaging UV rays. While we all love flooding our homes with natural light, the relentless summer sun can permanently fade your beautiful hardwood floors, damage...

Whether you are looking out over Lake Simcoe from a luxury Barrie cottage, taking in the rolling vineyards of Niagara-on-the-Lake, exploring the scenic hills of Orangeville and Dufferin County, or enjoying a sprawling Caledon estate, the defining feature of your...

Beyond Convenience: 3 Hidden Benefits of Motorized Window Treatments You Haven't Thought Of Window Treatment Trends Beyond Convenience: The Hidden Benefits of Motorized Window Treatments By Steve Poxon | Shades of Home When you think of motorized blinds or shades,...

Cooler Summers, Lower Bills The 2026 Guide to Energy-Efficient Window Treatments for Ontario Homes Modern window treatments are engineered barriers that manage the Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC), keeping your home comfortable while reducing your energy footprint....