Technology has accelerated change in just about every aspect of life. No longer reserved for science fiction, newest innovations are hitting a home run. A smart home is not something from the distant future or The Jetsons anymore. From smart TVs to appliances or even smart sprinklers, the (hi-tech) future is closer than ever. With the use of intelligent Somfy motors you can add your window treatments into the smart mix. Somfy solutions easily integrate with home automation systems, so you can synchronize your blinds or draperies to move in perfect unison with your lights, thermostat and home theater.

2.  Technology has accelerated change in just about every
aspect of life. No longer reserved for science fiction,
newest innovations are hitting a home run. A smart
home is not something from the distant future or The
Jetsons anymore. From smart TVs to appliances or
even smart sprinklers, the (hi-tech) future is closer
than ever. With the use of intelligent Somfy motors
you can add your window treatments into the smart
mix. Somfy solutions easily integrate with home
automation systems, so you can synchronize your
blinds or draperies to move in perfect unison with your
lights, thermostat and home theater.

3.  Convenience
 With the push of one button, you can control every
shade in the room simultaneously. What a time saver!
And those hard to reach windows? Not a problem
anymore. You don’t even have to get off that comfy sofa.
 Increased privacy
 Whether you have a bathroom on the first floor or on
the second, closely situated neighbors can require
privacy. Hit a switch to lower your blinds before you
head to the shower or at night when you are getting
ready for bed.

4.  Go green
 Most of us can’t imagine blocking what little light we get
into our homes, but the sun exposure all day can literally
cost us a lot of money. Did you hear about the Net Zero
concept? W It means that a building produces as much
energy as it uses over the course of a year. You too can
balance the energy consumption in your home, by
tapping into solar power, insulating your home and
installing automated shades, awnings or shutters. You
can also use traditional ways to cool your house, like
plant a shade tree outside! Just remember to leave
enough room for growth.

5.  Increase your home’s value
 Green features that improve a home’s efficiency, while
maximizing functionality are always desirable. Also,
home automation is becoming increasingly popular,
which means installing motorized window treatments
will not only help you save on your bills and make your
life easier, it will also make your home more valuable
when you are ready to sell. See what other projects can
also increase the value of your home.

6.  Fun and ease
 Motorized curtains, shades, blinds or awnings are so
simple to operate and fun too! Just be careful not to end
up playing with them for hours.
 Forget the alarm clock
 Trade in that alarm for a wakeup call from Mother
Nature. Set your shade to open and let in the light when
it’s time to get up. Warning: you may be in a good mood
all day long!

7.  Protect what’s most precious
 Motorization means no operational cords for pets or curious
children to get tangled in. Also, you’ll be able to better protect
your furniture, upholstery and wall art from fading by having
the shades close automatically during the sunniest part of the
day. While it’s understood that taking sun safety precautions
is important outside, few people realize they can sustain sun
damage indoors, too.
 Simulate presence
 With home automation systems you can simulate presence by
scheduling operation of your window treatments while you
are away on holidays or business trips, or even when leaving
for just one evening or a weekend. No one will be the wiser
that it isn’t you operating those shades. Deter the would-be
intruders by making it look like you are home even when you
are not.

8.  Get your partner excited about redecorating
 You can research fabrics and styles, he can research
technology options and you both can have fun selecting your
new motorized window treatments together.
 Quit thinking about the weather and just enjoy it!
 Your shades can follow the weather and react to changing
elements all by themselves. An overcast morning turns into a
sunny day? Equipped with a sun sensor, your blinds will lower
even if you are out enjoying the weather. And having your
shades automatically raise or lower accordingly to the sun
helps to manage heat gain in the summer months and heat
loss during the winter.

9.  Create ambiance
 Need some mood lighting? With a press of a button your
window treatments will oblige. Set up scenes to
incorporate artificial light and music and voila! A perfect
romantic evening can ensue.
 Turn your living room into a home theater
 Draw the blinds, start your entertainment system and
dim the lights with one gesture. If you have extra room
you can take it even further and create a real home
theater, complete with velvet chairs, curtains, popcorn
machine and all!

10.  SERIAL BLINDS AND FURNISHING
 +971 (0)4 3395260
 info@serialuae.com
 P.O. Box 87992, Dubai, U.A.E