Designer Screen Shades are the perfect solution when you need something simple that will shade the harsh sun and still offer some of your view.

Designer Screen Shades are the perfect solution when you need something simple that will shade the harsh sun and still offer some of your view.

Designer Screen Shades are the perfect solution when you need something simple that will shade the harsh sun and still offer some of your view.

Designer Screen Shades are the perfect solution when you need something simple that will shade the harsh sun and still offer some of your view.

Photos by Geoffrey Hodgdon

New York, NY A black out window shade covers a bottom up solar shade for light coverage and privacy.

Lutron motorized solar shades with custom fascia. Controlled via handheld remote

The southern facade faces an extensive lawn sloping to the golf course and views of wooded piedmont hills beyond. Hillside nestles into the natural contours of the site stepping down from the living areas with "trays" comprised of the lounging deck, social patio, lap pool then lawn. Extensive eaves provide passive solar shading of living area and bedroom south-facing, view-oriented glazing. Rain chains direct roof runoff to stone filled collectors and an underground site drainage system. No gutters on this house! Photos: Fredrik Brauer

The huge west facing windows on this home provided a beautiful waterfront view ... and a lot of glare! Power screens provide shade at the touch of a button, reducing heat and glare inside the home, and protecting flooring and furnishings from fading.

The design of this refined mountain home is rooted in its natural surroundings. Boasting a color palette of subtle earthy grays and browns, the home is filled with natural textures balanced with sophisticated finishes and fixtures. The open floorplan ensures visibility throughout the home, preserving the fantastic views from all angles. Furnishings are of clean lines with comfortable, textured fabrics. Contemporary accents are paired with vintage and rustic accessories. To achieve the LEED for Homes Silver rating, the home includes such green features as solar thermal water heating, solar shading, low-e clad windows, Energy Star appliances, and native plant and wildlife habitat. All photos taken by Rachael Boling Photography

Lutron QS motorized solar roller shades (concealed by constructed pockets). WATCH VIDEO OF SHADES IN MOTION: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NcSeGsYBoe8

Lutron QS motorized solar roller shades (concealed by constructed pockets). WATCH VIDEO OF SHADES IN MOTION: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NcSeGsYBoe8

Lutron QS motorized solar roller shades (concealed by constructed pockets). WATCH VIDEO OF SHADES IN MOTION: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NcSeGsYBoe8

Lutron QS motorized solar roller shades (concealed by constructed pockets). WATCH VIDEO OF SHADES IN MOTION: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NcSeGsYBoe8

This is a patio cover that provides shelter from the rain as well as shade while still allowing some light to get through. Very good use of space.