Motorized Systems
Automated Elegance in Motion
Whisper-quiet motorized shades, drapery, and architectural elements that transform spaces on command. Integrated with lighting and climate for seamless whole-home coordination.
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Capabilities
Precision Motorization
From window treatments to concealed architectural elements, every motorized system operates silently and integrates natively with Savant whole-home control.
Motorized Shades & Blinds
Whisper-quiet Lutron Palladiom and QMotion roller shades with precision positioning. Fabrics selected to complement interior design while optimizing light control and UV protection.
Drapery Automation
Motorized drapery tracks for formal living spaces, bedrooms, and home theaters. Silent operation ensures dramatic reveals and privacy transitions without disrupting ambiance.
Daylight Harvesting
Light sensors and astronomical scheduling coordinate shade positions with natural light levels. Maximize views and natural illumination while preventing glare and UV damage to furnishings.
Skylight & Roof Windows
Motorized skylight shades and operable roof windows controlled through Savant. Automated ventilation and light management for atriums, great rooms, and conservatories.
Architectural Elements
Motorized TV lifts, hidden panel reveals, partition walls, and concealed equipment doors. Technology appears and disappears on command, preserving architectural intent.
Scene Integration
Shades participate in whole-home scenes. A Movie scene closes theater shades, a Morning scene opens bedroom blinds gradually, an Away scene secures all windows estate-wide.
Design Integration
Technology Meets Textile
We collaborate directly with interior designers to select fabrics, fascia styles, and hardware finishes that complement the design vision. Shade cassettes can be recessed into ceiling pockets for a completely concealed installation.
- •Hundreds of fabric options from sheer to full blackout
- •Dual-shade systems: sheer for daytime privacy, blackout for sleep
- •Fascia and pocket options matched to millwork and ceiling details
Common Questions
Motorized Systems FAQ
Which motorized shade brands do you recommend?
We primarily specify Lutron Palladiom and Sivoia QS for their silent operation, precise positioning, and native Savant integration. For specific applications, we also work with Hunter Douglas PowerView, QMotion, and Somfy depending on fabric requirements and architectural constraints.
Can motorized shades be retrofitted into existing windows?
Yes. Most motorized shade systems require only a small power supply routed to the window header. Lutron offers battery-powered options for situations where running low-voltage wiring is impractical. We assess each window during the design consultation.
How quiet are motorized shades?
Lutron Palladiom shades are virtually silent—under 35 dB, quieter than a whisper. This is critical in bedrooms, theaters, and formal living spaces where mechanical noise would compromise the experience.
How do motorized shades coordinate with lighting and climate?
Within Savant, shades are part of the same scene engine as lighting and HVAC. When a Relax scene activates, shades lower to a specific position, lights dim to a warm preset, and temperature adjusts—all simultaneously. Daylight sensors can also trigger shade adjustments that reduce HVAC load automatically.
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