Window treatments, whether hard treatments or soft , should be selected in conjunction with your decorating style.

You need not select this now, unless you are convinced you want something hardwired and motorized.

There are great "temporary" solutions that could look good and last at least a year or more after a move in. Windows facing street and especially ground level are best with same treatment...: ) or one that will appear same from street view. In the wait for permanent?

.......Go to Home Depot for cordless cellular shades and cut to fit widths, inside or outside mount, right in the store: ) They're fabulous. I often leave them as permanent under curtain panels, especially in kids rooms, guest bedrooms. Translucent privacy, blackout, even top down bottom up! You might spend a grand on the entire 13 windows.....but you will have bought yourself a lot of time, and might decide these ARE forever in more than a few rooms.

Point is, don't rush window treatments, and avoid blinds. UGH.

Long story short...not all windows have to match. Some people like to have the front of their home consistent. Base each room on your need for privacy, amount of light filtration, practicality, your style and budget can will play a big part, as it can really add up.

In regards to the slider in great room, lifestyle will be an important factor to consider.

I love solar shades to control heat and UV so any windows where that is an issue need those . I use a mix of solar shades and drapes in bedrooms and living space the drapes are for night time privacy the shades give you day time privacy. I need to see the spaces and also a bit about your style for sure IMO window coverings are best planned when the house is further along to get a real feel for where you need what.I use those slider type solar shades on patio doors again for controlling heat and UV

Thanks Patricia, Maureen and Jan. I’m including pictures. They aren’t the best but it will give you and idea. I hope you can tell from the pictures that privacy could be an issue. Another question is- would curtains over the slider look good with shades?

ThThanks Jan😊

If you’re in Phoenix, I’d think about mixing treatments instead of matching everything. The heat here can be rough, especially on big sliders like yours. Solar shades work great in main areas for keeping things cool without losing the view, and you can still use curtains or drapes in bedrooms for more privacy and softness.

I did a motorized shade on my patio door and it’s been a game changer, no more fighting with heavy curtains every time I go outside. Arizona Window Coverings Center helped with the install and color matching so everything still feels coordinated even though we used different styles. They really understand how to handle Arizona sun.

Thank you!