Smart Home Integration
Modern window treatment automation connects seamlessly with the smart home platforms you already use:
Voice Assistants:
- Amazon Alexa – "Alexa, close the living room shades."
- Google Assistant – "Hey Google, set Movie Night scene."
- Apple Siri – "Hey Siri, open the bedroom blinds",
Smart Home Hubs:
- Apple HomeKit
- Samsung SmartThings
- Google Home
- Amazon Echo
Professional Systems:
- Control4
- Crestron
- Savant
- Lutron
Whether you have a simple voice assistant or a fully integrated smart home, Randall's can connect your window treatments to work together with lighting, climate, and security systems.
App-Based Control
Both PowerView® and BLISS™ offer dedicated smartphone apps for complete control:
PowerView App:
- Control individual shades or groups
- Create and activate Scenes
- Set daily and weekly schedules
- Monitor battery levels
- Share access with family members
BLISS™ App:
- Simple, intuitive interface
- Room-by-room organization
- Timer and schedule programming
- Multiple user access
Control your shades from anywhere—whether you're on the couch, at work, or vacationing abroad. Check on your home and adjust shades remotely for security and peace of mind.
Scheduled Automation
The true power of automation is setting it and forgetting it. Program your shades to adjust automatically based on:
Time of Day:
- Rise with the sun for a natural wake-up
- Close during peak afternoon heat to reduce cooling costs
- Lower at sunset for evening privacy
Day of Week:
- Different schedules for weekdays vs. weekends
- Sleep in on Saturdays without manually blocking light
Sun Position:
- Advanced systems track the sun's position throughout the year
- Automatically optimize for energy efficiency as seasons change
Once programmed, your shades work for you—automatically.
Scenes & Whole-Home Control
Scenes let you control multiple shades with a single command:
Example Scenes:
- Good Morning – Open all bedroom and living area shades
- Work Mode – Close office shades to reduce screen glare
- Movie Night – Darken media room and living room completely
- Dinner Party – Set dining room shades to soft ambient position
- Goodnight – Close all shades throughout the house
- Away – Randomize shade movement to simulate occupancy
Activate scenes via app, voice command, remote, or on an automated schedule.
Best Applications for Automation
While any window can benefit from automation, some applications are essential:
- Skylights – Reaching overhead windows manually is impractical. Motorization is the only sensible option.
- Floor-to-Ceiling Windows – Large shades are heavy and awkward to operate manually.
- Hard-to-Reach Windows – Above stairs, behind furniture, or in high ceilings.
- Whole-Home Installations – When you have 15+ windows, manual operation becomes tedious.
- Child Safety – Automated shades eliminate all cords for maximum safety.
Randall's will assess your home and recommend where automation adds the most value.
Planning Your Automation
New Construction / Major Renovation
- The ideal time to plan automation. Hardwired power can be installed during rough-in, eliminating battery maintenance forever. Work with your electrician and Randall's early in the build process.
Existing Homes
- Battery-powered and rechargeable systems make retrofitting easy. No electrical work required—shades can be installed in a single visit.
Consultation Process:
- Assess your windows and current smart home setup
- Recommend appropriate motorization platforms
- Design scenes and automation schedules
- Professional installation and programming
Automate Your Ottawa Home
Visit our Glebe or Nepean showrooms to see automated window treatments in action. Our specialists will demonstrate smart home integration, voice control, and scheduled automation. Free in-home consultations include a complete assessment of your automation potential.
Visit Our Showrooms | Call: (613) 233-8441