--- title: "Shades by Design — Window Treatments | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/window-treatments/shades-by-design-pfvwus-pf~1007559861 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1007559861.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Shades by Design" category: ["Window Treatments"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/74239b0e03d977e2_1346-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "3022 NW 73rd ST unit 5, Miami Beach, Florida 33147, United States" latitude: 25.8507 longitude: -80.2366 phone: "(305) 859-1055" website: http://www.shadesbydesign.com rating: 4.9 review_count: 43 best_of_houzz_awards: 6 followers: 190 last_updated: 2026-09-02 --- # Shades by Design Original Houzz profile: [Shades by Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/window-treatments/shades-by-design-pfvwus-pf~1007559861) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Window Treatments - **Location:** Miami Beach, FL - **Serves:** Miami, Hialeah, Miami Gardens, Miami Beach, Kendall, Carol City, Fountainebleau, Westchester, Country Club, Coral Gables, North Miami Beach, Aventura, Golden Glades, West Little River, Miami Lakes, Coral Terrace, Norland, Hialeah Gardens, Sunny Isles Beach, Coconut Grove, Sweetwater, Pinecrest, Brownsville, Glenvar Heights, Pinewood, Ojus, Opa-locka, Key Biscayne, Scott Lake, Sunset, Gladeview, Miami Springs, Olympia Heights, South Miami, Miami Shores, Westview, North Bay Village, West Miami, Bay Harbor Islands, Surfside, Palm Springs North, Bunche Park, South Beach, Biscayne Park, Bal Harbour, Virginia Gardens, El Portal, Medley, Fisher Island, Indian Creek Village - **Houzz rating:** 4.9 out of 5 (43 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 6 awards (2015–2024), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 1,000 Ideabook Saves - Award winning - High-end - Offers Custom Work At Shades By Design, we seamlessly blend your practical, technical, and aesthetic needs to help you achieve your ideal interior and exterior shading scheme, turning your vision into a reality. Where there is a need, we have a solution. This has been our mission for over a decade. With offices in New York City, Miami, and Boca Raton, Shades By Design has helped thousands of clients in the United States and abroad style their homes, yachts, and commercial spaces with custom luxury window treatments. ### Services Provided - Custom Blinds & Shades - Custom Drapery - Motorized Blinds - Blind Installation - Plantation Shutters - Blinds & Shades Sales - Interior Shutters - Custom Retractable Screens - Exterior Shades - Awnings - Crestron - Curtains - Hunter Douglas - Lutron - Motorized curtains - Outdoor shades - Somfy - pergola ### Areas Served - Miami - Hialeah - Miami Gardens - Miami Beach - Kendall - Carol City - Fountainebleau - Westchester - Country Club - Coral Gables - North Miami Beach - Aventura - Golden Glades - West Little River - Miami Lakes - Coral Terrace - Norland - Hialeah Gardens - Sunny Isles Beach - Coconut Grove - Sweetwater - Pinecrest - Brownsville - Glenvar Heights - Pinewood - Ojus - Opa-locka - Key Biscayne - Scott Lake - Sunset - Gladeview - Miami Springs - Olympia Heights - South Miami - Miami Shores - Westview - North Bay Village - West Miami - Bay Harbor Islands - Surfside - Palm Springs North - Bunche Park - South Beach - Biscayne Park - Bal Harbour - Virginia Gardens - El Portal - Medley - Fisher Island - Indian Creek Village ### Typical Job Cost $5000 - $200,000 Costs range based on the scope and scale of the project/products purchased. Call or email us today to schedule a free in-house consultation. ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Shades by Design | | Address | 3022 NW 73rd ST unit 5, Miami Beach, Florida 33147, United States | | Phone | (305) 859-1055 | | Website | http://www.shadesbydesign.com | | Followers on Houzz | 190 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/ShadesByDesign - X (Twitter) — https://twitter.com/ShadesbyDesign - LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/company/5377222?trk=vsrp\_companies\_res\_name&trkInfo=VSRPsearchId%3A66238813 - Blog — www.shadesbydesign.com ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Shades by Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/window-treatments/shades-by-design-pfvwus-pf~1007559861) - **Website:** http://www.shadesbydesign.com - **Phone:** (305) 859-1055 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Best of Houzz Service Award 2015 - 2020 - "People Love Us On Yelp" Award 2017 - **Best of Houzz:** 6 awards (2015–2024), for Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.9 out of 5 — 43 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 50.0 - Value: 50.0 ### Reviews **★★★★★ — Per Marthinsson, Jan. 2026** > We had two large awnings installed by Shades by Design several years ago, and the experience was so good that we recently worked with them again when we needed to temporarily unmount and then remount the awnings due to construction work. > > From start to finish, they are extremely professional. Every appointment was kept, they showed up on time, and they never canceled or rescheduled at the last minute—something that truly stands out, especially in Miami. > > Their focus on quality and attention to detail is exceptional. Everything—from the very first call, to scheduling, installation, and follow-up—was handled flawlessly. The team clearly takes pride in their work, and it shows in both the process and the final result. > While Shades by Design is not the cheapest option, you truly get what you pay for. The craftsmanship, reliability, and professionalism are worth every dollar. > > If you are considering awnings, shades, or anything similar, don’t hesitate to use Shades by Design. They deliver outstanding work and a level of service that is rare to find. **★★★★★ — Raphael Gotlieb, Nov. 2023** > The absolute best! The scope of work got more complicated with additional requests from me, and they addressed all concerns and issues. Now I have the perfect blinds, exactly as I wanted, and 100% blackout, 100% recommend!!! **★★★★★ — Austin Murray, March 2023** > I had an awesome experience with Raymond. Service was prompt and responsive and he ensured we were happy throughout the entire process. He even stopped by on installation day to check up on things. The product looks amazing and they were able to beat the estimated lead time by a couple of weeks. The prices were also extremely competitive. Highly recommend Shades by Design and Raymond. **★ — Alex Smith, March 2019** > Very disappointed by the unprofessionalism displayed during my design consultation. I live in a condo with floor to ceiling windows throughout and have direct city views with a western exposure. The sunlight in the afternoon is extremely hot and produces an unforgiving glare in my unit which I was trying to alleviate. I scheduled an appointment for a consultant to come to my apartment and explained what I was looking for and provided two pictures of the “look” I wanted, one of which was a project they completed. > > My expectation was that a consultant would come to my home, we would discuss different options to address my concerns and they would help me select the best materials (fabric type, color, ect.) for the project. > > What occurred was, a gentleman was sent to my home with no experience designing draperies. When he arrived at my home, we started to discuss the scope of the project and from that point I could see he was lost and had no idea how to answer any of my questions. When I asked him if he was a design consultant he hesitantly replied yes. I then asked are you a drapery design consultant and he responded no not really and then proceeded to try to sell me roller shades. I explained that I was not interested in roller shades and wanted drapes. > > I was then asked to select some sheers that I like from the samples he brought. I explained I couldn’t make a selection if I didn’t know what the best option was to alleviate the glare and heat in my unit. I asked him what have other customers done. He said he’s never come across those concerns from other customers. > > I explained that I liked the “AKOYA” project they completed, and he had no clue as to what I was talking about (picture provided at appointment setup). Which tells me he did not prepare for the site visit. He then grabbed one of the sample books and randomly held up sheer samples to my windows and just stared at them. The visit ended with him trying to have an awkward conversation with me while measuring. > > Based on previous reviews I thought this was going to be a great experience; however, that was not the case. I would not recommend them to preform any services. **Comment from Shades by Design:** > Hello Mr Smith, I am sorry that the free consultation was not beneficial. we offer it at no charge so our potential client can decide if they would like to use our service or not. > > The fabric samples that we brought for the initial meeting did not meet your vision, as designers traveling to clients house, we never know exactly what will be the product of fabric that our clients vision to have installed but we carry our most popular samples and always willing to provide additional samples and a visit to our showroom. > > If its helps, the fabrics we used in Akoya was a semi thick sheer white linen fabric for the living room sliding doors and added a blackout liner behind in the bedrooms. > > We will take with our team to try and prepare better for consultations and hoping not to disappoint again. > > We wish you the best of luck with the project and if you like, we will be happy to assist further. **★★★★★ — Josh G, Aug. 2018** > We had the best experience with Shades By Design. Gil and his team are professional and offered us great solutions throughout the home. The installation is perfect! **Comment from Shades by Design:** > Thank you for your 5-star review, Josh. It was a pleasure working with you as well! **★★★★★ — Cory Gould, March 2018** > Corrine Kaiser Gould > We just completed a big job with Shades By Design and they were fantastic. It’s challenging and exacting work but they were up for the task and we have every window treated and the house looks amazing. They’re work crew is polite and punctual and most importantly, they kept our house clean! Use their services with confidence. **★★★★★ — gary truocchio, June 2017** > Very pleased with the job performed! They even cleaned up before they left. The technicians were Juan and Rainel, they were very professional and did an excellent job. My only complaint would be that they were a bit pricey other than that I would recommend this company! **Comment from Shades by Design:** > Thank you so much for your kind words Gary! we really appreciate your business. **★★★★★ — Edward Marin, May 2017** > Shades by Design installed blackout roller shades at my studio on Brickell. I am extremely pleased with the work they did and highly recommend them to whoever is looking for a very professional and competent company. **Comment from Shades by Design:** > Dear Edward, thank you so much for your kind words, we appreciate your business. **★★★★★ — timothyaholmes, April 2017** > I have a direct ocean view condo with multiple windows facing an eastern exposure. The sunlight in the morning was extremely hot and unforgiving. > > Shades By Design solved my problem by installing automated drapes that work flawlessly. I can control the drapes remotely from my phone which is awesome since this is my second home. > > Shades By Design was professional, courteous, and their workmanship was top notch. I would highly recommend Shades By Design without reservation. **Comment from Shades by Design:** > Thank you so much for your kind words Tim, we appreciate your business and happy that you are please with the results. **★★★★★ — piw8620, March 2017** > We needed window coverings for our whole house. They provided lots of options, were respectful of our budget. They were very punctual and thorough with the measurements. They hosted us as the job went through production and let us know when we should be ready for installation. On installation day they were again on time (a rarity in So Florida) and completed the install of all windows in a little over an hour. **★★★★★ — John Ring, Dec. 2016** > These people are the greatest. They were recommended by my The Capri's manager, showed up to estimate the job within an hour of my telephone call, and were right on time for the installation appointment. The installers were very efficient and cleaned up their debris. They actually replaced some worn parts without charge in my 10-year-old shades. The owner and receptionist are very friendly and accommodating. I would use them again without hesitation. You will not be disappointed. **Comment from Shades by Design:** > Thank you so much for your kind words Mr. Ring, I am glad we were able to assist. happy holiday and joyful new year! **★★★★★ — A Rosenfeld, Dec. 2016** > Highly recommend Shades By Design. > > Gil was a pleasure to work with. He took his time to go over the options that would work best for our home. His honesty and patience were much appreciated when making decisions for our project. > The installation was perfect and our installers were very professional. > > My husband and I are extremely happy and will definitely be using Shades By Design for our next project in our home. **Comment from Shades by Design:** > Hi Ashley, Thank you so much for your kind words! the pleasure was ours and I am very happy that you are pleased with the results. happy new year! ## Selected projects - [Bedroom, Nursery & Living Room Window Coverings](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bedroom-nursery-and-living-room-window-coverings-pj-vj~5896725) - Location: Miami Beach, FL - Photos: 12 - [Velvet Draperies](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/velvet-draperies-pj-vj~5896688) - Location: Miami, FL - Photos: 8 - [The Grove At Grand Bay- Motorized Shades and Drapery](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-grove-at-grand-bay-motorized-shades-and-drapery-pj-vj~5811727) - Location: Miami, FL - Photos: 14 - Description: For this project, we installed motorized roller shades and draperies for the floor to ceiling windows. The common areas, living room, and home office feature Somfy motorized solar shades in 5% opaque Phifer fabric. In addition to this, we installed sheer ripple fold draperies in an exclusive Shades By Design sheer fabric on a Somfy Glydea motorized drapery track. The bedrooms feature similar Somfy motorized 5% solar shades. To block out light and reduce outside noise for a deeper more restful sl… - [Pinecrest Gardens- Motorized Insect Screens](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pinecrest-gardens-motorized-insect-screens-pj-vj~5742352) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 10 - Description: @Somfyus motorized retractable insect screens installed in Pinecrest Gardens community room. Allowing visitors to enjoy the open air feel of the outdoors while protecting the interiors from insects and south Florida critters. - [Boca Raton- Lutron Battery Operated Roller shades](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/boca-raton-lutron-battery-operated-roller-shades-pj-vj~5727456) - Location: Boca Raton, FL - Photos: 12 - [Delray Beach Mansion- Roman Shades, Woven Shades, and more.](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/delray-beach-mansion-roman-shades-woven-shades-and-more-pj-vj~5708055) - Location: Delray Beach, FL - Photos: 6 - [ICON South Beach- Curved Drapery](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/icon-south-beach-curved-drapery-pj-vj~5696127) - Location: Miami Beach, FL - Photos: 9 - Description: ICON South Beach is a beautiful 40-story luxury residential high-rise tower designed by renowned architect Philippe Starck and legendary developer Jorge Perez. ICON includes many luxurious amenities including the amazing gym featured in this project. For this location, our goal was to add privacy to personal training areas in the buildings fitness center. To achieve this, we installed manually operated sheer drapery from Trend on a curved oval drapery track from Kirsch. Now ICON residents can en… - [Boca Raton- Graber Cellular Shades](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/boca-raton-graber-cellular-shades-pj-vj~5676955) - Location: Boca Raton, FL - Photos: 6 - [Coral Gables- Pinch Pleat Drapery](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/coral-gables-pinch-pleat-drapery-pj-vj~5656977) - Location: Coral Gables, FL - Photos: 14 - Description: In this luxury private residence in Coral Gables, we designed a whole-home window treatment solution that encompasses elegance, enhanced privacy, and light filtering. In the living room, family room, home office, and guest room we installed elegant pinch pleat sheer drapery with Fabricut fabric on black metal rods from The Finial Company. The Master bedroom features the same beautiful Fabricut sheers with manually operated honeycomb shades. This is a great combination to filter out even more lig… - [Eloquence on The Bay - Lobby Sheers](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/eloquence-on-the-bay-lobby-sheers-pj-vj~5631970) - Location: North Bay Village, FL - Photos: 6 - [Chateau Beach Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/chateau-beach-residence-pj-vj~5735693) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 3 - [Park Grove Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/park-grove-residence-pj-vj~5610477) - Location: Miami, FL - Photos: 9 - Description: This luxury condo in Coconut Grove’s Park Grove development features beautiful curved and angled floor to ceiling windows. Our team created a full array of motorized window treatment solutions that offer privacy, lighting control, energy efficiency, and added a soft elegant yet modern touch to the home. The living/dining room area features ripple fold drapery fabricated with sheer Dedar fabric installed on a Lutron Sivoia QS drapery system. The kitchen received the same Lutron motorized Dedar sh… - [Nursery Window Coverings - Motorized Blackout Shades and Sheer Drapery](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/nursery-window-coverings-motorized-blackout-shades-and-sheer-drapery-pj-vj~5561752) - Location: Miami, FL - Photos: 4 - Description: The Perfect Nursery Window Treatment Solution is one that is: Timeless- No need to change them out as your child grows, as these are a perfect design for a room designed for any age range Functional-Offers ease of operation, darkens the room and blocks out sound for better sleep, and offers privacy Safe- Cord-free, tangle free, and motorized This project features all three! With Somfy U.S. motorized blackout shades, side channels for extra light blockage, and recessed drapery. Visit our website… - [Pinecrest Private Residence- Motorized Blackout Shades](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pinecrest-private-residence-motorized-blackout-shades-pj-vj~5527369) - Location: Pinecrest, FL - Photos: 7 - [Infinity Canopy Miami](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/infinity-canopy-miami-pj-vj~5425318) - Location: Miami, FL - Photos: 5 - Description: To enhance this outdoor space and to provide a nice cool shaded area, we installed white infinity canopy sliding panels on this beautiful black structure. The location of the existing structure and newly installed canopy also allows the interior temperature of the home to remain at a comfortable level due to the extra shading and UV filtration. About Infinity Canopies Infinity canopy is a ͞slide-on-wire͟canopy system with a unique modular design that allows these canopies to fit in any space and… - [FoodCellar NYC - Motorized Solar Shades](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/foodcellar-nyc-motorized-solar-shades-pj-vj~5423471) - Location: Queens, NY - Photos: 10 - Description: In New York City, the Food Cellar Market serves its community with supplying the highest quality organic and natural products. For this location, our team installed Somfy motorized 5% solar shades on the double height and hard to reach windows. For the easily accessible windows, we installed manual 5% solar shades. These new window treatments will help decrease energy loss in the summer and winter months (as most interior heat and cool air is lost through windows) and to filter lighting when nee… - [One Ocean Drapery and Shades](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/one-ocean-drapery-and-shades-pj-vj~4326252) - Location: Miami Beach, FL - Photos: 10 - Description: At this luxury high-rise residence located in the popular “South of Fifth” neighborhood, we created a soft window treatment solution that blended seamlessly with this client’s décor, while offering privacy, light control and convenience. The living room features motorized drapery in a sheer Kravet fabric, motorized by Somfy Glydea motors. Behind the curtains, we installed motorized screen shades using Mermet fabric. This allows the client to have multiple options for lighting and privacy. The be… - [Double Story Side Panels](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/double-story-side-panels-pj-vj~3963665) - Location: Miami, FL - Photos: 3 - [2500 Biscayne](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/2500-biscayne-pj-vj~3492584) - Location: Miami, FL - Photos: 23 - Description: 2500 Biscayne lies in Miami’s newest destination neighborhood of Edgewater. This location is perfectly located between Wynwood, Downtown Miami, and Brickell (3 of Miami’s hottest spots). For this location, we worked with developers to create window treatment solutions for the entire building to create a nice welcoming atmosphere from the moment you walk in and to allow residents to enjoy their luxury apartments with the finest and most functional window treatment designs. In the lobby and lounge… - [Bahamas Private Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bahamas-private-residence-pj-vj~4521321) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 6 [See all 67 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/window-treatments/shades-by-design-pfvwus-pf~1007559861) ## Ideabooks - [Exterior/Outdoor Roll Down Shades](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/90229532/list/exterior-outdoor-roll-down-shades) — 13 ideas - [Bathroom Window Treatments](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/91291334/list/bathroom-window-treatments) — 9 ideas - [Roman Shades](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/58364353/list/roman-shades) — 6 ideas - [Re-Upholstery Service](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/88025713/list/re-upholstery-service) — 3 ideas - [Canopy](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/88025721/list/canopy) — 4 ideas - [Motorized Sun/Bug Screens](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/90004129/list/motorized-sun-bug-screens) — 7 ideas - [Exterior Shades](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/88025180/list/exterior-shades) — 4 ideas - [Skylight windows solutions](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/87985638/list/skylight-windows-solutions) — 2 ideas - [Celluar shades](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/68682098/list/celluar-shades) — 5 ideas - [Celling Pockets](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/68681073/list/celling-pockets) — 5 ideas - [Awning](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/68680647/list/awning) — 5 ideas - [Aluminium Blinds](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/68678428/list/aluminium-blinds) — 5 ideas - [Celluar Shades](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/61937593/list/celluar-shades) — 6 ideas - [Top Treatments](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/60427790/list/top-treatments) — 5 ideas - [Stationary drapery panels](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/60340786/list/stationary-drapery-panels) — 13 ideas - [Wood Blinds](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/60340017/list/wood-blinds) — 5 ideas - [Kids Bedroom Window Treatments](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/57272578/list/kids-bedroom-window-treatments) — 12 ideas - [Great Designs](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/47873797/list/great-designs) — 1 idea - [Skylight Shades](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/54657491/list/skylight-shades) — 3 ideas - [Specialty & Arch Shapes](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/54427304/list/specialty-arch-shapes) — 4 ideas [See all 25 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/shadesbydesign) ## Community Q&A **Q: can you please share information regarding the shade** *(in Photo Questions)* Please share information regarding the shade attached to the walls providing shade A: Hi Sabrina, this is a canopy system with removable panels. Please let me know what type of information are you looking for. Thanks **Q: Me encantan esas Cortinas** *(in Photo Questions)* Quiero realizar un proyecto en Marina Palms. Pueden contactarme? Gracias A: @Emiliano Hola Sr. Emiliano, Con mucho gusto te podemos llamar, nos puedes enviarr un mensaje con tu numero de contacto por favor. **Q: looking for Windows curtain help and decorating ideas** *(in Design Dilemma)* Looking for as any curtain ideas. also welcoming any arrangement/decorating advice A: What about Plantation Shutters? **Q: Dormer window - curtains or blinds?** *(in Polls)* Hi hive mind! I need to cover this wide but small-ish dormer window with either a curtain or blackout blinds. What do you guys think would work best? A: I would suggest Plantation shutters with cut outs for these beautiful window handles **Q: Shades** *(in Photo Questions)* What percentage openness are these blinds? A: Hi Karen, the shades photographed are 5% openness **Q: U havemotorized roller shades and what is maximum size** *(in Photo Questions)* What size motorize roller shade u have A: Hello Harresh, our shades are custom made. Are you looking for a specific size? --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-02.*