Control Your Light.
Extend Your Comfort.
Custom motorized shades that integrate with your Control4 automation. Manage natural light, privacy, and energy — effortlessly.
Designed Into Your Home, Not Added On
The best smart homes treat shades as part of the system — not an afterthought. We measure, design, and integrate every shade to work with your smart home automation, lighting, and security.
Light Control
Manage sunlight, glare, and solar heat gain room by room:
- Block afternoon glare while preserving views
- Automated sunrise opening in bedrooms
- Instant privacy with a single tap
- Reduce cooling load in summer
Energy Efficiency
Close shades during peak heat. Keep open for passive heating:
- Reduce HVAC cooling by up to 15%
- Passive solar heating in winter
- Automatic seasonal scheduling
- Lower utility bills year-round
Integrated Scenes
One button controls shades, lights, locks, temperature:
- Control4 integration native
- Custom scenes for every lifestyle
- Occupancy simulation when away
- Voice control ready
Clara vs. PowerShades vs. Lutron
All three platforms integrate with Control4. Here's how they differ:
| Feature | Clara Shades | PowerShades | Lutron |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indoor Use | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Outdoor Use | ✓ | ✓ | — |
| Power Options | Hardwired or Battery | PoE (indoor), AC (outdoor), Battery | Battery (Serena) or Hardwired (Sivoia/Palladiom) |
| Installation Complexity | Moderate | Simple (PoE single cable) | Moderate to Complex |
| Fabric Selection | Curated selection | Good selection | Extensive (100s of options) |
| Control4 Native | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Best For | Indoor & outdoor balance | Cleanest infrastructure | Extensive fabric choice |
Your Shades Respond to Time and Scenes
Select a scene and watch the room respond — shade position, light quality, and ambiance all shift together. This is what integrated Control4 automation looks like in practice.
SCENE: GOOD MORNING — CONTROL4
Certified. Experienced. Local.
We're Not Just Installers
- Control4 Gold Dealer & Certified Installer — 8+ years of smart home integration experience
- Clara Shades Authorized Dealer — Direct factory support & priority ordering
- PowerShades Certified Installer — PoE infrastructure specialists
- Lutron Certified — Complete Serena & Palladiom system support
- Local South Sound — Kent-based, serving Pierce & King counties (Kent, Tacoma, Gig Harbor, Federal Way, Auburn, Puyallup, and beyond)
- "Designed Together. Built to Disappear" — Our brand promise: work invisible, impact visible
- Free in-home consultation — Measure, specify, quote. No surprises.
- Professional installation — Your shades work perfectly from day one
Three Premium Platforms, One Control System
All integrate with Control4. All designed for durability and elegance. Choose the one that fits your home:
Clara Shades
Indoor & Outdoor
Elegant roller shades with premium fabrics. Battery or hardwired options. Exceptional dealer support. Best for homes wanting style + flexibility.
PowerShades
PoE Indoor + AC Outdoor
Patented TruePoE for indoor shades (single Ethernet cable, under 5W per shade). AC-powered outdoor screens with ZipScreen or Wire Guide. Cleanest infrastructure for mixed indoor/outdoor projects.
Lutron
Certified Partner
Serena and Palladiom systems. Integrates into existing Lutron ecosystems. Extensive fabric library. Best for homes already running Lutron lighting.
How It Works In Your South Sound Home
From bedrooms to bathrooms to outdoor patios — we measure, order, install, and integrate. Custom to your space, location, and lifestyle.
From Consultation to Automation
1. Free Consultation
In-home visit. We measure all windows, discuss your needs, show fabric and color options. Zero pressure, full transparency.
2. Custom Order & Timeline
Every shade is built to order. We handle specs with the factory, manage ordering, and keep you informed every step.
3. Professional Installation
Certified installation. Full Control4 integration. Your shades work flawlessly from day one, integrated with all your scenes.
Motorized Shades Installed Near You
Local installations, local support, local expertise in Kent, Tacoma, and throughout Pierce & King counties:
Motorized Shade FAQs
Yes. All three platforms (Clara, PowerShades, Lutron) integrate natively with Control4. Your shades join lighting, security, and climate scenes. One button activates Good Morning, Movie Night, or Away — all systems respond together.
Absolutely. Battery-powered and wireless options work great for retrofits without opening walls or running new wiring. For new construction, we pre-wire during framing for clean, hidden infrastructure.
Clara Shades offer flexibility and outdoor use. PowerShades use innovative PoE (power + data on one cable) for cleanest infrastructure. Lutron works best if you already have Lutron lighting. See our comparison table above for details. We help you choose the right fit for your home.
Costs depend on window count, fabric selection, platform choice, and installation complexity. Every quote is custom. Schedule a free in-home consultation — we'll measure, discuss options, and provide a firm estimate with no surprises or hidden fees.
Motorized shades are extremely reliable. Battery-powered models last 5-7 years per charge cycle; PoE and hardwired systems last decades. Maintenance is minimal — occasional dusting. We're here for support if anything ever needs service.
Yes. We're Kent-based and serve the entire South Sound: Kent, Tacoma, Gig Harbor, Federal Way, Auburn, Puyallup, Sumner, Bonney Lake, Covington, University Place, and surrounding areas in Pierce & King counties.
Ready to Control Your Light?
Let's talk about what motorized shades can do for your South Sound home — and your comfort, energy bills, and lifestyle.
Schedule Your Free Consultation →Or call us at 425-954-6003| Based in Kent, WA