Green Home Systems recently installed a 10.20 kW LG & SOLAREDGE system for Timothy H. in Eads, Colorado. This system was chosen because it provided the most competitive pricing and guaranteed performance and durability. The installation process took a couple weeks and resulted in increased home value and locked-in low energy costs for Timothy and his family. At Green Home Systems our mission is to provide unparalleled solar solutions at the most economical price, as well as provide our customers with the best customer service in the industry. We strive to make sure that all of our customers have access to renewable energy solutions through our wide selection of solar panels, batteries, inverters, and more. Our team of professional technicians has extensive experience in the industry, providing efficient installations with minimal disruption to your daily routine. During the installation process of Timothy's system, our team worked quickly and efficiently to ensure that everything was installed correctly and securely with no issues arising during or after installation. Once completed, Timothy's LG & SOLAREDGE 10.20KW SYSTEM provided him with a variety of benefits including: Reduced Energy Costs – With a new solar system, Timothy's energy costs were reduced significantly. Increased Property Value – With an increase in property value due to the addition of a solar panel system. Secure Investment – With an efficient solar panel system and 25 year warranty on parts and labor, Timothy was able to make a secure investment. In addition to these benefits, Timothy also had access to a variety of government incentives that made going solar even more appealing. These incentives included tax credits and other financial savings that made going solar cost effective for him and his family. At Green Home Systems we are proud of being able to provide clean renewable energy solutions to people like Timothy throughout Eads, Colorado and beyond! We understand how important it is for everyone to have access to reliable renewable energy sources that are both cost effective and good for the environment! Our team is dedicated to helping more people benefit from green energy solutions by providing top tier customer service at the most economical prices!

Glass Gate and Fence for Panoramic View in Monterey Park, CA: Elevate the aesthetics and safety of your Monterey Park property with our breathtaking glass gate and fence project designed to showcase the stunning panoramic views that define the beauty of this picturesque city. Nestled in the heart of Monterey Park, our team specializes in crafting modern, transparent fencing solutions that provide unobstructed vistas while maintaining the security and privacy of your home. Our Services: Glass Fence Installation: We offer expert glass fence installation services that seamlessly merge with the surrounding landscape, allowing you to fully appreciate the awe-inspiring vistas that Monterey Park has to offer. Our frameless glass fencing and transparent railing systems are designed to frame your view, not obstruct it. Modern Glass Gate: Complement your glass fence with a modern and stylish glass gate that provides secure access to your property without compromising the panoramic view. Our custom glass gates are not only functional but also add a touch of sophistication to your outdoor space. Safety and Privacy: While we prioritize preserving the panoramic view, we understand the importance of safety and privacy. Our tempered glass panels offer the best of both worlds, ensuring a secure environment while still allowing you to immerse yourself in the breathtaking surroundings. Custom Design: Our team specializes in custom glass gate and fence design, tailoring every aspect to your specific preferences and the unique characteristics of your Monterey Park property.

Automated Home Lighting: Revolutionize Your Home with Smart Lighting Solutions Transform your living space with automated home lighting, the latest innovation in smart home technology. Automated lighting systems provide convenience, energy efficiency, and enhanced security for homeowners. With smart lighting solutions, you can control your home's lighting from anywhere using voice commands, motion, smartphone app, , or automated schedules. Benefits of Automated Home Lighting Energy Efficiency: Save on energy bills by using smart bulbs and automated lighting controls that adjust brightness based on natural light or occupancy. Convenience: Easily manage your home's lighting with smart home integration, including compatibility with Josh AI, Control 4, Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and other voice-activated systems. Enhanced Security: Program your lights to turn on and off at specific times to give the appearance of occupancy, even when you're away, deterring potential intruders. Customization: Create personalized lighting scenes for different moods and activities, such as reading, watching movies, or hosting a dinner party. Features of Smart Lighting Systems Remote Control: Adjust lighting settings from anywhere using your smartphone or tablet. Voice Activation: Use voice commands to control your lights with popular smart home assistants like Josh AI, Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. Scheduling: Set schedules for your lights to turn on and off at specific times, enhancing convenience and security. Energy Monitoring: Track energy usage and optimize lighting to reduce your carbon footprint. Why Choose Automated Home Lighting? Investing in automated home lighting not only adds convenience and style to your home but also increases its value. Smart lighting systems are easy to install and can be customized to meet your unique needs and preferences. Whether you're looking to improve energy efficiency, enhance home security, or simply enjoy the convenience of modern technology, automated home lighting is the perfect solution.

About This Project: The new owner of this incredible home had always dreamed about living on the beach. To make their dream come true, we remodeled and customized every inch in order for it match personal taste with an amazing view that you can't find anywhere else! We used synthetic decking materials which maximize beautiful views while keeping them safe from any storms or harsh weather conditions; cable railings are perfect if you want extra security when walking up those steps at night (they're also adjustable); ilex handrails add some spice--literally!--and complement both traditional wood Shake railing as well Ipe lookpanel. If you are looking for a beach home that combines coastal elegance with modern luxury, this is the perfect choice. CRx Construction is a member of the Certified Luxury Builders Network. Certified Luxury Builders is a network of leading custom home builders and luxury home and condo remodelers who create 5-Star experiences for luxury home and condo owners from New York to Los Angeles and Boston to Naples. As a Certified Luxury Builder, CRx Construction is proud to feature photos of select projects from our members around the country to inspire you with design ideas. Please feel free to contact the specific Certified Luxury Builder with any questions or inquiries you may have about their projects. Please visit www.CLBNetwork.com for a directory of CLB members featured on Houzz and their contact information.

Northern Michigan is the ultimate getaway destination with serene views and abundance of outdoor recreation. This remote Up North house offers nothing short of that. With the nearest major town almost 45 minutes away, it was essential this vacation home offered all the amenities for entertainment and relaxation. Spire worked with the client to create the perfect lake house retreat with comfort and convenience during any season or weather. The living room with an attached game room is a versatile space that offers endless entertainment. A 65” TV was installed over the fireplace in the custom stone wall. The adjustable mount allows the TV to lower for comfortable viewing from either the couch or pool table. A pair of Meridian Audio DSP7200 custom color matched speakers equipped with a Meridian Audio 218 digital controller were strategically installed on each side of the fireplace. The floor-standing speakers compliment the natural stone while providing astonishingly life-like sound, perfect for streaming live concerts. The powerful audio extends to the upper level of the home. Spire installed B&W 700 series bookshelf speakers in the executive office and a Triad custom speaker bar in the master bedroom. These speakers are ideal for smaller rooms, while elevating the TV experience. The large living room windows offer beautiful lake views and ample lighting. Lutron Palladiom shades were installed to easily control the natural light in the living room, master bedroom and bathroom. They are custom designed and fully automated to let in the morning sun or achieve partial shading or complete privacy. Whether set on a schedule or controlled from an iPad, the shades operate quietly and seamlessly. The technology was designed to be enjoyed just as much indoors as outdoors. With the whole home audio system, high-quality sound can flow throughout the indoor rooms as well as the outdoor patio. While the location may be remote, Spire ensured the WiFi and network connection is strong both throughout the yard and inside the home. A Lutron HomeWorks QS system integrates the control of all the interior and exterior lighting including motion sensing for the exterior pathway. Since this is not a permanent residence, a control and security system was very important. A personalized Savant system was integrated for full home control of lighting, climate, entertainment and security from anywhere with a smart device . This includes the ability to control the multiple landscape light zones with timed scenes. The Doorbird cameras and chimes with the integration of camera feeds into the Savant Control provides remote communication with visitors at any of the exterior doors. Remote access also allows rebooting of all essential systems from any location.

Discover how premium light-filtering materials and smart-home automation can secure street-level entryway glass without losing natural daylight. Choosing the right window treatments for a home's front entrance is one of the most challenging design decisions a homeowner can face. The front door is the focal point of a home's curb appeal, often featuring expansive glass panels or side-by-side double doors designed to make a grand architectural statement. During the day, these large glass features are an asset, flooding entryways and foyers with beautiful natural daylight. However, for homes situated on busy local roads or highly trafficked street-level lots, the dynamic completely changes once the sun goes down. The moment interior lights are switched on in the evening, a stark contrast is created with the dark outdoors. This creates a severe privacy issue, leaving the entire foyer completely exposed to passing traffic and pedestrians. Finding a solution that delivers absolute evening privacy without permanently plunging the front entrance into darkness during the day requires understanding how modern window treatment materials and operating systems interact. Light-Filtering vs. Blackout Fabrics The first step in solving street-level privacy is selecting the correct fabric type. Many homeowners mistakenly assume they need heavy, opaque blackout shades to secure their home from outside eyes at night. While blackout fabrics certainly block 100% of the view, they also block 100% of the natural daylight during the day, forcing you to constantly raise and lower the shades just to see inside your own foyer. A more effective approach for entryways utilizes premium light-filtering materials. These specialized fabrics are engineered with a precise, tight weave that operates on the principles of directional light and optical density. Daytime Functionality: When the sun is shining outside, the exterior light levels are significantly higher than the interior light levels. The light-filtering fabric diffuses the intense, direct sunlight into a soft, ambient glow throughout the entryway. This keeps the home bright, eliminates harsh glares, and protects interior hardwood flooring, paint, and trim from damaging UV rays. Night-Time Functionality: At night, the lighting dynamic reverses. The interior foyer lights make the inside bright, while the outside is dark. Because of the specialized tight weave, the fabric blocks the transmission of clear shapes and details. To a person standing out on the street or driving by on a busy road, the view inside is completely obstructed, delivering total privacy when the family is home for the evening. Challenges of Front Door Installations Securing privacy for a double wide front entrance introduces unique structural hurdles that standard windows do not face. Traditional blinds with hanging cords or manual pull chains are poorly suited for front doors. They disrupt the clean architectural lines of a grand foyer, create a safety hazard, and can easily get tangled or damaged when the doors are opened and closed. The window treatments must be mounted high and wide enough above the door trim to ensure that the front doors can swing open and close freely without ever catching on the fabric or the lower hem bar. How We Applied These Principles in Sherrills Ford, NC Applying these exact educational principles to real-world homes is what Cole and I do every day at Bloomin' Blinds of North Charlotte. We recently worked with a homeowner in Sherrills Ford whose beautiful new construction property sat on a highly trafficked road. They loved their double wide front door entrance but felt entirely too exposed to the street at night. We brought our mobile showroom directly to their driveway. This allowed us to hold up premium light-filtering fabric samples directly against their entryway glass, matching the materials perfectly to their home's natural lighting, interior paint, and trim before making a single cut. To solve their street-level privacy issue, we custom-built and installed two matching light-filtering roller shades, mounting them flawlessly side-by-side above the front door frame. To keep the home’s interior design completely cohesive, we carried the exact same style to the back of the house, installing a matching single roller shade on the rear door. Smart Home Window Automation at Your Fingertips Because entryway windows can be tall and awkward to reach manually, our family team integrated advanced smart-home motorization into this Sherrills Ford project. Beyond the convenience of a handheld remote control, these automated roller shades feature seamless Wi-Fi integration. The homeowners can control their privacy through a dedicated smartphone app or link the system directly to their existing voice-activated smart home networks, including Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple HomeKit. This allows for complete hands-free window automation. The clients can program custom daily routines—such as setting the front entry shades to automatically lower exactly at sunset—or simply use a voice command to secure the foyer instantly from the comfort of the couch.

About This Project: The new owner of this incredible home had always dreamed about living on the beach. To make their dream come true, we remodeled and customized every inch in order for it match personal taste with an amazing view that you can't find anywhere else! We used synthetic decking materials which maximize beautiful views while keeping them safe from any storms or harsh weather conditions; cable railings are perfect if you want extra security when walking up those steps at night (they're also adjustable); ilex handrails add some spice--literally!--and complement both traditional wood Shake railing as well Ipe lookpanel. If you are looking for a beach home that combines coastal elegance with modern luxury, this is the perfect choice. CRx Construction is a member of the Certified Luxury Builders Network. Certified Luxury Builders is a network of leading custom home builders and luxury home and condo remodelers who create 5-Star experiences for luxury home and condo owners from New York to Los Angeles and Boston to Naples. As a Certified Luxury Builder, CRx Construction is proud to feature photos of select projects from our members around the country to inspire you with design ideas. Please feel free to contact the specific Certified Luxury Builder with any questions or inquiries you may have about their projects. Please visit www.CLBNetwork.com for a directory of CLB members featured on Houzz and their contact information.

About This Project: The new owner of this incredible home had always dreamed about living on the beach. To make their dream come true, we remodeled and customized every inch in order for it match personal taste with an amazing view that you can't find anywhere else! We used synthetic decking materials which maximize beautiful views while keeping them safe from any storms or harsh weather conditions; cable railings are perfect if you want extra security when walking up those steps at night (they're also adjustable); ilex handrails add some spice--literally!--and complement both traditional wood Shake railing as well Ipe lookpanel. If you are looking for a beach home that combines coastal elegance with modern luxury, this is the perfect choice. Distinctive Domain is a member of the Certified Luxury Builders Network. Certified Luxury Builders is a network of leading custom home builders and luxury home and condo remodelers who create 5-Star experiences for luxury home and condo owners from New York to Los Angeles and Boston to Naples. As a Certified Luxury Builder, Distinctive Domain is proud to feature photos of select projects from our members around the country to inspire you with design ideas. Please feel free to contact the specific Certified Luxury Builder with any questions or inquiries you may have about their projects. Please visit www.CLBNetwork.com for a directory of CLB members featured on Houzz and their contact information.

Discover how premium light-filtering materials and smart-home automation can secure street-level entryway glass without losing natural daylight. Choosing the right window treatments for a home's front entrance is one of the most challenging design decisions a homeowner can face. The front door is the focal point of a home's curb appeal, often featuring expansive glass panels or side-by-side double doors designed to make a grand architectural statement. During the day, these large glass features are an asset, flooding entryways and foyers with beautiful natural daylight. However, for homes situated on busy local roads or highly trafficked street-level lots, the dynamic completely changes once the sun goes down. The moment interior lights are switched on in the evening, a stark contrast is created with the dark outdoors. This creates a severe privacy issue, leaving the entire foyer completely exposed to passing traffic and pedestrians. Finding a solution that delivers absolute evening privacy without permanently plunging the front entrance into darkness during the day requires understanding how modern window treatment materials and operating systems interact. Light-Filtering vs. Blackout Fabrics The first step in solving street-level privacy is selecting the correct fabric type. Many homeowners mistakenly assume they need heavy, opaque blackout shades to secure their home from outside eyes at night. While blackout fabrics certainly block 100% of the view, they also block 100% of the natural daylight during the day, forcing you to constantly raise and lower the shades just to see inside your own foyer. A more effective approach for entryways utilizes premium light-filtering materials. These specialized fabrics are engineered with a precise, tight weave that operates on the principles of directional light and optical density. Daytime Functionality: When the sun is shining outside, the exterior light levels are significantly higher than the interior light levels. The light-filtering fabric diffuses the intense, direct sunlight into a soft, ambient glow throughout the entryway. This keeps the home bright, eliminates harsh glares, and protects interior hardwood flooring, paint, and trim from damaging UV rays. Night-Time Functionality: At night, the lighting dynamic reverses. The interior foyer lights make the inside bright, while the outside is dark. Because of the specialized tight weave, the fabric blocks the transmission of clear shapes and details. To a person standing out on the street or driving by on a busy road, the view inside is completely obstructed, delivering total privacy when the family is home for the evening. Challenges of Front Door Installations Securing privacy for a double wide front entrance introduces unique structural hurdles that standard windows do not face. Traditional blinds with hanging cords or manual pull chains are poorly suited for front doors. They disrupt the clean architectural lines of a grand foyer, create a safety hazard, and can easily get tangled or damaged when the doors are opened and closed. The window treatments must be mounted high and wide enough above the door trim to ensure that the front doors can swing open and close freely without ever catching on the fabric or the lower hem bar. How We Applied These Principles in Sherrills Ford, NC Applying these exact educational principles to real-world homes is what Cole and I do every day at Bloomin' Blinds of North Charlotte. We recently worked with a homeowner in Sherrills Ford whose beautiful new construction property sat on a highly trafficked road. They loved their double wide front door entrance but felt entirely too exposed to the street at night. We brought our mobile showroom directly to their driveway. This allowed us to hold up premium light-filtering fabric samples directly against their entryway glass, matching the materials perfectly to their home's natural lighting, interior paint, and trim before making a single cut. To solve their street-level privacy issue, we custom-built and installed two matching light-filtering roller shades, mounting them flawlessly side-by-side above the front door frame. To keep the home’s interior design completely cohesive, we carried the exact same style to the back of the house, installing a matching single roller shade on the rear door. Smart Home Window Automation at Your Fingertips Because entryway windows can be tall and awkward to reach manually, our family team integrated advanced smart-home motorization into this Sherrills Ford project. Beyond the convenience of a handheld remote control, these automated roller shades feature seamless Wi-Fi integration. The homeowners can control their privacy through a dedicated smartphone app or link the system directly to their existing voice-activated smart home networks, including Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple HomeKit. This allows for complete hands-free window automation. The clients can program custom daily routines—such as setting the front entry shades to automatically lower exactly at sunset—or simply use a voice command to secure the foyer instantly from the comfort of the couch.

About This Project: The new owner of this incredible home had always dreamed about living on the beach. To make their dream come true, we remodeled and customized every inch in order for it match personal taste with an amazing view that you can't find anywhere else! We used synthetic decking materials which maximize beautiful views while keeping them safe from any storms or harsh weather conditions; cable railings are perfect if you want extra security when walking up those steps at night (they're also adjustable); ilex handrails add some spice--literally!--and complement both traditional wood Shake railing as well Ipe lookpanel. If you are looking for a beach home that combines coastal elegance with modern luxury, this is the perfect choice. Distinctive Domain is a member of the Certified Luxury Builders Network. Certified Luxury Builders is a network of leading custom home builders and luxury home and condo remodelers who create 5-Star experiences for luxury home and condo owners from New York to Los Angeles and Boston to Naples. As a Certified Luxury Builder, Distinctive Domain is proud to feature photos of select projects from our members around the country to inspire you with design ideas. Please feel free to contact the specific Certified Luxury Builder with any questions or inquiries you may have about their projects. Please visit www.CLBNetwork.com for a directory of CLB members featured on Houzz and their contact information.

About This Project: The new owner of this incredible home had always dreamed about living on the beach. To make their dream come true, we remodeled and customized every inch in order for it match personal taste with an amazing view that you can't find anywhere else! We used synthetic decking materials which maximize beautiful views while keeping them safe from any storms or harsh weather conditions; cable railings are perfect if you want extra security when walking up those steps at night (they're also adjustable); ilex handrails add some spice--literally!--and complement both traditional wood Shake railing as well Ipe lookpanel. If you are looking for a beach home that combines coastal elegance with modern luxury, this is the perfect choice. Distinctive Domain is a member of the Certified Luxury Builders Network. Certified Luxury Builders is a network of leading custom home builders and luxury home and condo remodelers who create 5-Star experiences for luxury home and condo owners from New York to Los Angeles and Boston to Naples. As a Certified Luxury Builder, Distinctive Domain is proud to feature photos of select projects from our members around the country to inspire you with design ideas. Please feel free to contact the specific Certified Luxury Builder with any questions or inquiries you may have about their projects. Please visit www.CLBNetwork.com for a directory of CLB members featured on Houzz and their contact information.

About This Project: The new owner of this incredible home had always dreamed about living on the beach. To make their dream come true, we remodeled and customized every inch in order for it match personal taste with an amazing view that you can't find anywhere else! We used synthetic decking materials which maximize beautiful views while keeping them safe from any storms or harsh weather conditions; cable railings are perfect if you want extra security when walking up those steps at night (they're also adjustable); ilex handrails add some spice--literally!--and complement both traditional wood Shake railing as well Ipe lookpanel. If you are looking for a beach home that combines coastal elegance with modern luxury, this is the perfect choice. MMD Construction is a member of the Certified Luxury Builders Network. Certified Luxury Builders is a network of leading custom home builders and luxury home and condo remodelers who create 5-Star experiences for luxury home and condo owners from New York to Los Angeles and Boston to Naples. As a Certified Luxury Builder, MMD Construction is proud to feature photos of select projects from our members around the country to inspire you with design ideas. Please feel free to contact the specific Certified Luxury Builder with any questions or inquiries you may have about their projects. Please visit www.CLBNetwork.com for a directory of CLB members featured on Houzz and their contact information.

CUSTOM Brick dVault® Mailbox Surround ? ? ? ? Brick Surround for a dVault® Extra Large Capacity, Secure, Heavy-Duty, 16 Gauge Galvanized Steel Mailbox with Locking Package Drop. ☎ Call Mike Boyd at 757-412-5630 to discuss your next masonry project. Brick: Glen-Gery Lawrenceville Carters Grove Mortar: Roanoke Straw Type "N" Cap: 30x30x2 Grey Brickyard Materials from Riverside Brick & Supply Co., Inc. Mailbox: dVault® Full Service Vault DVCS0015 Secure Curbside Mailbox / Package Drop with Locking Letterbox (Black) from Amazon [19"D x 19"W x 48"H] #boydscustommasonry #brick #masonry #mailbox #mailboxsurround #dVault #securemailbox #custom #custommailbox #letterbox #custommasonry #extralargemailbox #packagebox #packagedrop #lockingmailbox #brickmailbox #brickwork #masonrywork #curbappeal #madeintheusa #skilledtrades #skills

About This Project: The new owner of this incredible home had always dreamed about living on the beach. To make their dream come true, we remodeled and customized every inch in order for it match personal taste with an amazing view that you can't find anywhere else! We used synthetic decking materials which maximize beautiful views while keeping them safe from any storms or harsh weather conditions; cable railings are perfect if you want extra security when walking up those steps at night (they're also adjustable); ilex handrails add some spice--literally!--and complement both traditional wood Shake railing as well Ipe lookpanel. If you are looking for a beach home that combines coastal elegance with modern luxury, this is the perfect choice. Ziman Development is a member of the Certified Luxury Builders Network. Certified Luxury Builders is a network of leading custom home builders and luxury home and condo remodelers who create 5-Star experiences for luxury home and condo owners from New York to Los Angeles and Boston to Naples. As a Certified Luxury Builder, Ziman Development is proud to feature photos of select projects from our members around the country to inspire you with design ideas. Please feel free to contact the specific Certified Luxury Builder with any questions or inquiries you may have about their projects. Please visit www.CLBNetwork.com for a directory of CLB members featured on Houzz and their contact information.

"About This Project: The new owner of this incredible home had always dreamed about living on the beach. To make their dream come true, we remodeled and customized every inch in order for it match personal taste with an amazing view that you can't find anywhere else! We used synthetic decking materials which maximize beautiful views while keeping them safe from any storms or harsh weather conditions; cable railings are perfect if you want extra security when walking up those steps at night (they're also adjustable); ilex handrails add some spice--literally!--and complement both traditional wood Shake railing as well Ipe lookpanel. If you are looking for a beach home that combines coastal elegance with modern luxury, this is the perfect choice. Norman Builders is a member of the Certified Luxury Builders Network. Certified Luxury Builders is a network of leading custom home builders and luxury home and condo remodelers who create 5-Star experiences for luxury home and condo owners from New York to Los Angeles and Boston to Naples. As a Certified Luxury Builder, Norman Builders is proud to feature photos of select projects from our members around the country to inspire you with design ideas. Please feel free to contact the specific Certified Luxury Builder with any questions or inquiries you may have about their projects. Please visit www.CLBNetwork.com for a directory of CLB members featured on Houzz and their contact information."

CUSTOM Brick dVault® Mailbox Surround ? ? ? ? Brick Surround for a dVault® Extra Large Capacity, Secure, Heavy-Duty, 16 Gauge Galvanized Steel Mailbox with Locking Package Drop. ☎ Call Mike Boyd at 757-412-5630 to discuss your next masonry project. Brick: Glen-Gery Lawrenceville Carters Grove Mortar: Roanoke Straw Type "N" Cap: 30x30x2 Grey Brickyard Materials from Riverside Brick & Supply Co., Inc. Mailbox: dVault® Full Service Vault DVCS0015 Secure Curbside Mailbox / Package Drop with Locking Letterbox (Black) from Amazon [19"D x 19"W x 48"H] #boydscustommasonry #brick #masonry #mailbox #mailboxsurround #dVault #securemailbox #custom #custommailbox #letterbox #custommasonry #extralargemailbox #packagebox #packagedrop #lockingmailbox #brickmailbox #brickwork #masonrywork #curbappeal #madeintheusa #skilledtrades #skills

Discover how premium light-filtering materials and smart-home automation can secure street-level entryway glass without losing natural daylight. Choosing the right window treatments for a home's front entrance is one of the most challenging design decisions a homeowner can face. The front door is the focal point of a home's curb appeal, often featuring expansive glass panels or side-by-side double doors designed to make a grand architectural statement. During the day, these large glass features are an asset, flooding entryways and foyers with beautiful natural daylight. However, for homes situated on busy local roads or highly trafficked street-level lots, the dynamic completely changes once the sun goes down. The moment interior lights are switched on in the evening, a stark contrast is created with the dark outdoors. This creates a severe privacy issue, leaving the entire foyer completely exposed to passing traffic and pedestrians. Finding a solution that delivers absolute evening privacy without permanently plunging the front entrance into darkness during the day requires understanding how modern window treatment materials and operating systems interact. Light-Filtering vs. Blackout Fabrics The first step in solving street-level privacy is selecting the correct fabric type. Many homeowners mistakenly assume they need heavy, opaque blackout shades to secure their home from outside eyes at night. While blackout fabrics certainly block 100% of the view, they also block 100% of the natural daylight during the day, forcing you to constantly raise and lower the shades just to see inside your own foyer. A more effective approach for entryways utilizes premium light-filtering materials. These specialized fabrics are engineered with a precise, tight weave that operates on the principles of directional light and optical density. Daytime Functionality: When the sun is shining outside, the exterior light levels are significantly higher than the interior light levels. The light-filtering fabric diffuses the intense, direct sunlight into a soft, ambient glow throughout the entryway. This keeps the home bright, eliminates harsh glares, and protects interior hardwood flooring, paint, and trim from damaging UV rays. Night-Time Functionality: At night, the lighting dynamic reverses. The interior foyer lights make the inside bright, while the outside is dark. Because of the specialized tight weave, the fabric blocks the transmission of clear shapes and details. To a person standing out on the street or driving by on a busy road, the view inside is completely obstructed, delivering total privacy when the family is home for the evening. Challenges of Front Door Installations Securing privacy for a double wide front entrance introduces unique structural hurdles that standard windows do not face. Traditional blinds with hanging cords or manual pull chains are poorly suited for front doors. They disrupt the clean architectural lines of a grand foyer, create a safety hazard, and can easily get tangled or damaged when the doors are opened and closed. The window treatments must be mounted high and wide enough above the door trim to ensure that the front doors can swing open and close freely without ever catching on the fabric or the lower hem bar. How We Applied These Principles in Sherrills Ford, NC Applying these exact educational principles to real-world homes is what Cole and I do every day at Bloomin' Blinds of North Charlotte. We recently worked with a homeowner in Sherrills Ford whose beautiful new construction property sat on a highly trafficked road. They loved their double wide front door entrance but felt entirely too exposed to the street at night. We brought our mobile showroom directly to their driveway. This allowed us to hold up premium light-filtering fabric samples directly against their entryway glass, matching the materials perfectly to their home's natural lighting, interior paint, and trim before making a single cut. To solve their street-level privacy issue, we custom-built and installed two matching light-filtering roller shades, mounting them flawlessly side-by-side above the front door frame. To keep the home’s interior design completely cohesive, we carried the exact same style to the back of the house, installing a matching single roller shade on the rear door. Smart Home Window Automation at Your Fingertips Because entryway windows can be tall and awkward to reach manually, our family team integrated advanced smart-home motorization into this Sherrills Ford project. Beyond the convenience of a handheld remote control, these automated roller shades feature seamless Wi-Fi integration. The homeowners can control their privacy through a dedicated smartphone app or link the system directly to their existing voice-activated smart home networks, including Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple HomeKit. This allows for complete hands-free window automation. The clients can program custom daily routines—such as setting the front entry shades to automatically lower exactly at sunset—or simply use a voice command to secure the foyer instantly from the comfort of the couch.

CUSTOM Brick dVault® Mailbox Surround ? ? ? ? Brick Surround for a dVault® Extra Large Capacity, Secure, Heavy-Duty, 16 Gauge Galvanized Steel Mailbox with Locking Package Drop. ☎ Call Mike Boyd at 757-412-5630 to discuss your next masonry project. Brick: Glen-Gery Lawrenceville Carters Grove Mortar: Roanoke Straw Type "N" Cap: 30x30x2 Grey Brickyard Materials from Riverside Brick & Supply Co., Inc. Mailbox: dVault® Full Service Vault DVCS0015 Secure Curbside Mailbox / Package Drop with Locking Letterbox (Black) from Amazon [19"D x 19"W x 48"H] #boydscustommasonry #brick #masonry #mailbox #mailboxsurround #dVault #securemailbox #custom #custommailbox #letterbox #custommasonry #extralargemailbox #packagebox #packagedrop #lockingmailbox #brickmailbox #brickwork #masonrywork #curbappeal #madeintheusa #skilledtrades #skills

About This Project: The new owner of this incredible home had always dreamed about living on the beach. To make their dream come true, we remodeled and customized every inch in order for it match personal taste with an amazing view that you can't find anywhere else! We used synthetic decking materials which maximize beautiful views while keeping them safe from any storms or harsh weather conditions; cable railings are perfect if you want extra security when walking up those steps at night (they're also adjustable); ilex handrails add some spice--literally!--and complement both traditional wood Shake railing as well Ipe lookpanel. If you are looking for a beach home that combines coastal elegance with modern luxury, this is the perfect choice. Showcase Builders is a member of the Certified Luxury Builders Network. Certified Luxury Builders is a network of leading custom home builders and luxury home and condo remodelers who create 5-Star experiences for luxury home and condo owners from New York to Los Angeles and Boston to Naples. As a Certified Luxury Builder, Showcase Builders is proud to feature photos of select projects from our members around the country to inspire you with design ideas. Please feel free to contact the specific Certified Luxury Builder with any questions or inquiries you may have about their projects. Please visit www.CLBNetwork.com for a directory of CLB members featured on Houzz and their contact information.