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Simple Automation…Made Simple

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When it comes to your daily schedule, we understand. You’re busy. Have you ever wondered how to simplify your life? We have the solution: Simple Automation. It’s as easy as it sounds–even if you aren’t as tech-savvy as others–there’s no need to worry. We’ll show you how to use the newest innovations in home automation to make your everyday routine a breeze. You can personalize your simple automation to ensure it fits every part of your schedule. If you’re looking for ways to simplify your life, we’ve got some ideas. These easy changes will rejuvenate your everyday routine. Take a look.

 

Change the Start of Your Day

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If you’re like most people, you probably wake up to the sound of your alarm. But, with simple automation, your mornings can be comfortable and personalized. How great would it be to wake up to natural light? Perhaps you love watching the morning sunrise. With the PowerView app, you can create a schedule of your favorite settings. Program your blinds to open at the time of sunrise, and watch as your room fills with a natural glow. Do you want to keep your space as dark as possible, giving you a chance to enjoy those last few minutes in bed? Set your schedule so it keeps your room-darkening shades down and the sun out. Do you try to get an early start to your Saturday morning, but every once in awhile decide to stay cozy in bed for a bit? No problem. Reach over to your pebble remote, smartphone or Apple Watch to close your blinds with a simple touch. Or, use voice activated control, like with the Amazon Echo. It’s the start of your day; let simple automation make it comfortable.

 

Have Peace of Mind Away From Home

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Sometimes is seems like half the struggle of starting your day is getting out of the house. Whether you’re getting the kids up and leaving for school, heading to the gym, or on your way out the door to the office (maybe all three), simple automation can make this hectic process of your day a bit easier. It’s easy to forget the little details, like locking all the doors and grabbing your keys. Technology isn’t at the point where it can do everything for you, but simple automation can certainly help. Did you forget where you left your phone? Use your Apple Watch to “ping” your iPhone. Are you worried about the sun heating up your house while you’re gone for the day, but don’t have time to manually adjust all of your window coverings? PowerView can fix that! Create a scene for “Sunny Days” and watch as your blinds automatically adjust. Worried about the privacy of your home while you’re at work? Make a “Weekday” scene–your blinds will close, leaving your home secure, private, and comfortable. Simple automation can do a lot for your busy life.

 

Prepare to Relax

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By the end of the day, you’re exhausted. All you want to do is relax in a comfortable space. Well, simple automation can create that relaxing environment before you even walk in the door. Do you have an incredible view? Set your dining room shades to open around dinner time and enjoy the sunset. Is it the perfect night for a movie, popcorn, and curling up on the couch? Create a “Movie Night” scene with PowerView so you can adjust your shades within seconds. Do you like to head straight to bed after a long day at work? Your blinds will be shut by the time you get home. Simple automation can improve your everyday lifestyle by helping to create the environment you want. It’s your home; you deserve comfort and control.

 

Get the Space You Deserve with Simple Automation

You have a busy schedule, and it’s hard to find ways to relax. Let simple automation help you. Create and save settings that work with your lifestyle. Choose your favorite way to control your environment. Do you like voice control? Consider Amazon’s Echo or Google Home. Do you like to see your scene options? Use the app on your phone, or an Apple Watch. Our team at Metropolitan Window Fashions is ready to help you get started. Contact us today…let’s rejuvenate your life.

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Motorized Shades: Instant Control

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You’ve heard about them…now it’s time to experience the lifestyle upgrade that motorized shades will bring to your home. From the comfort of your couch, or on vacation a world away, your control doesn’t change. PowerView motorization puts the control of your home environment into the palm of your hand. And with the latest innovations, your entire home environment can be managed and integrated for seamless function whether you’re home or not. As if having automated window coverings wasn’t exciting enough, your control just got even easier. Hunter Douglas is partnering with some of the most popular home integration systems to help you control your home like never before!

Incredible Innovations

motorized shades patio shadesWhether you love the sleek profile of the new Pebble remote, or you love the functionality of using your favorite device, controlling your motorized shades is in the palm of your hand. This instant control takes your home to the next level. Touch-of-a-button control allows you to open, close and adjust your motorized shades effortlessly. Create and save your favorite scenes and settings in the PowerView App, scheduling them to occur when you need them to, based on your life. Then sit back, and enjoy what PowerView can do for the light control, privacy and function of your home. Ready for whole house control? The latest innovation allows you to use a home integration system, like Logitech’s Harmony experience. Using your PowerView Hub to control your whole home, while integrating in other aspects of home control is the the path to your future convenience.

Your Amazing View

motorized shades living roomThe beauty of your view will only get better with motorized shades. The innovation of effortless control lets you open, close and adjust with the touch-of-a-button. That means that you can enjoy your view in an instant. Choose motorized shades that complement your lifestyle–rooms that boast a gorgeous view on a sunny day can now bring in soft, filtered light with a simple adjustment on your remote or favorite device. And the whole time, you can delight in your amazing view–no glare included!

A Perfect Atmosphere Every Time

motorized shades viewSchedule the ideal adjustments throughout your day, based on your personal schedule and preferences. You know your home better than anyone, and the way the light interacts with your home has a big impact on your lifestyle. How does this sound? Breakfast welcomes the glowing morning light, but your shades are adjusting closed by mid-morning as the temperature maintains your comfort. Adjusting top down during the afternoon, you no longer function like you’re in a cave, trying to avoid the hot daily sun. Motorized shades adjust themselves. Dinnertime invites the softness of sunset, and then your bedtime is perfectly planned, as your motorized shades place themselves into position for the ultimate privacy and room-darkening.

It’s time for you to experience what motorized shades can do for you. Achieve the ideal atmosphere every time with motorized shades that offer instant access, but can also be scheduled so you no longer even have to think about it! Our design consultants at Metropolitan Window Fashions are here to help! We’ll come to you for a free, in-home consultation with expert advice and ideas to upgrade your life. Get started today!

 

Child-safe Window Coverings: What You Need to Know

Child-safe Window Coverings: What You Need to Know wjfigw4q3

“Making the decision to have a child – it is momentous. It is to decide forever to have your heart go walking around outside your body.” –Elizabeth Stone

Parents worry. It’s what we do best. And no matter the age of your children, the worries may change, but they are always present. The last place you’d expect your child to be unsafe is inside your own home. This month, we want to bring to light an issue that often gets overlooked with sometimes frustrating–and even scary–consequences. Children are curious–they make their own fun. Sometimes those adventures can be harmful. Child-safe window coverings are a must when you have children in your home. This October, we want to help make your home a safe place for your family with free cordless upgrades. Check out some of the options we have for you…

PowerView Motorization

Intuitive Technology + Automated Shades = Safety (& tons of convenience!)

child-safe window coverings with motorized shades You’ll do anything to keep your kids safe, including trying to keep cords and strings out of harm’s way. It’s not safe to tie cords up and out of reach, and the function of your window shades is lost. You just want some peace of mind, right? Motorized window shades will be the answer to all your troubles. Without cords or strings, you will achieve incredible safety for your children–and the convenience of PowerView motorization is unsurpassed. No more running back into your home to lower the window shades after an already hectic morning. No more living in a cave all day because you didn’t have even one extra minute to adjust your window shades open that day. Everything can happen with the touch of a button, either on your PowerView Pebble remote or your favorite device. Child-safe window coverings combined with loads of convenient features–it’s just what you need.

LiteRise Lift System

Effortless Operation + Cordless = Safety (for children, pets & your investment!)

child-safe window coverings child's bedroom literise Your window coverings have amazing benefits of light control, energy efficiency and privacy. But as a child, the windows need to be clear–to watch, learn and enjoy the outside world. Much of the time, when your child is at the window, they just want the window blinds to be out of the way. So they mess with them–not always harmful to your child, but almost always harmful to the window blinds themselves. And the rest of your home is the scene of your child’s most exciting adventures–the cords of window coverings may end up as part of the story: a rope to climb, a lasso to throw, a pulley for a toy truck. Child-safe window coverings feature lift systems–like the LiteRise operating system from Hunter Douglas–that take the cords out of the equation. LiteRise is easy to function–one simple push or pull and the window shades stay right where you put them. That means your little ones stay safe, and because they are so easy to use, your window shades stay safe, too.

What if cordless isn’t an option?!?!

Floor-to-ceiling windows + Furniture Obstacles = Don’t Panic.

child-safe window coverings cord lock for safety There are circumstances when cordless may not be the best decision for your family. We know that there are situations where the lift system is chosen based on your needs and the unique design of your home. That’s why we want you to know you have options for child-safe window coverings even when a cord is involved. Safety is a top priority at Hunter Douglas, so they have gone above and beyond to ensure safe features for other lift systems. The short, retractable cord of UltraGlide will allow you simple function, but keep the cord out of harm’s way. The continuous cord loop that is such a popular operating system is easily tightened and fastened inside the window frame–secure and subtle. Safety is what matters, and you have options, no matter your circumstance.

Safety in your home is a huge concern, and you deserve peace of mind, knowing your family is protected. At Metropolitan Window Fashions, we care about you and your loved ones. We want to help guide you to child-safe window coverings that will keep your home free of danger. During the month of October, take advantage of free cordless upgrades, and let out a sigh of relief. Contact our team for a free, in-home consultation today.