Reflecting on the past year, Made in the Shade Virginia Beach is thrilled to celebrate some of our most stunning window treatment transformations in 2024. From modern motorized roman shades to timeless wood shutters, we’ve brought beauty, functionality, and innovation into countless homes across Virginia Beach and surrounding areas.
As we look back, we’re reminded of the artistry and technology behind every home design. This roundup of our standout projects is meant to inspire your next successful window treatment makeover. And remember, we’ll bring the showroom to you!
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1. Transforming Living Rooms with Natural Woven Shades
This year, we helped many homeowners embrace a relaxed yet elegant vibe with natural woven shades.
One standout project featured a beachfront property where these shades perfectly complemented the coastal aesthetic. Using materials like bamboo and jute, these shades provided an organic feel while filtering light beautifully.
- Why Customers Loved It: The rich textures and earthy tones of natural woven shades enhanced the home’s décor while ensuring privacy.
- Perfect for: Living rooms, sunrooms, and dining areas.
2. Motorized Roller Shades: Effortless Elegance
Motorized window treatments are considered among the best window treatment projects and continued to top our most-requested list. One of our favorite installations was for a family with a sprawling Virginia Beach home. They opted for motorized roller shades in their great room, allowing them to control light and privacy with the touch of a button.
- Highlight: These shades seamlessly integrated with their smart home system, offering voice and app control.
- Customer Feedback: “We love the convenience and modern look! The shades are practically invisible when rolled up, leaving our view completely unobstructed.”
3. Creating Cozy Bedrooms with Cellular Shades
Our cellular shades were a game-changer for clients looking to improve their home’s energy efficiency while enhancing bedroom coziness. One project that stood out was for a couple aiming to reduce heating and cooling costs while adding soft, elegant aesthetics to their master bedroom.
- Benefits: Cellular shades trap air in their honeycomb structure, making them one of the best energy-efficient window treatments available.
- Why It’s Memorable: The homeowner’s color choice—a soothing dove gray—blended seamlessly with their minimalist design.
4. Showcasing Elegance with Plantation Shutters
Plantation shutters were a client favorite in 2024, thanks to their timeless appeal and durability. One unforgettable project involved installing custom Norman Shutters in a historical home in Norfolk. The sleek design and precise fit elevated the home’s classic architecture while allowing adjustable light control.
- Highlight: The shutters were finished with a crisp white paint that complemented the home’s trim and crown molding.
- Versatility: Suitable for both traditional and modern interior design, shutters remain a favorite for any room.
5. Bringing Outdoor Spaces to Life with Sun Shades
We also took outdoor spaces to new heights with outdoor sun shades.
One project transformed a backyard patio into a luxurious retreat, featuring Insolroll shades that protected the space from glare and heat while preserving the homeowner’s view.
- Why This Was a Hit: Outdoor sun shades made the space usable year-round, providing shade during the hot summer months and wind protection during cooler seasons.
- Pro Tip: Outdoor shades are available in various levels of openness, so you can choose how much light and visibility you want.
6. Dual Shades: The Best of Both Worlds
Our clients loved the versatility of dual shades this year. One notable installation involved a modern home with expansive windows that needed both daytime privacy and blackout capability. Dual shades, with their alternating sheer and opaque bands, offered the perfect solution.
- Standout Feature: The shades looked sleek and contemporary, even when fully raised.
- Why Customers Chose Them: The ability to easily transition between light-filtering and blackout modes made dual shades ideal for bedrooms and media rooms.
7. Enhancing Design with Decorative Grilles
A major highlight for 2024 was the increased demand for decorative grilles. These artistic accents provided unique flair to customer favorite window designs. For a local homeowner with a love for vintage style, we installed stunning
Tableaux decorative grilles
in their kitchen and living areas.
- Why It’s Unique: Decorative grilles are highly customizable and available in intricate patterns to suit any design preference.
- Applications: Ideal for archways, sidelights, and as standalone wall art.
Celebrating Customer Feedback
One of the most rewarding parts of our work this year was hearing from satisfied customers. Comments like “I can’t believe how these shades transformed our space” and “The installation team was so professional!” motivate us to continue delivering exceptional service.
From beginning to end, we’re proud of offering:
- Free In-Home Consultations
- Professional measuring and installation
- A showroom experience brought directly to your home.
Looking Ahead to 2025
As 2024 comes to a close, we’re excited for what lies ahead. Expect even more cutting-edge technology, sustainable materials, and bold designs to make your windows the focal point of your home. Let’s start planning your next top window projects of 2024 today!
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