Modern window solutions improve employee comfort, enhance energy efficiency, and create a professional look that impresses clients from the moment they walk in. Businesses across Lancaster, PA, are realizing that the right window treatments do far more than control sunlight.
Today, we build on that story and show how your workplace can benefit from the same strategies.
Why Window Treatments Matter in the Workplace
The right commercial window coverings are more than decorative. They are a key factor in workplace comfort, productivity, and efficiency. When you install custom solutions like roller shades or solar shades, you gain precise control over light, temperature, and privacy across your office.
- Better productivity: Reducing glare helps employees focus without eye strain.
- Energy efficiency: UV-blocking fabrics can lower cooling costs.
- Professional appearance: Coordinated designs reflect your brand identity.
- Smart convenience: Motorized options work with apps, remotes, or voice control.
Popular Commercial Window Treatment Options
We tailor every recommendation to your space. Here are the most popular choices for our commercial clients in Lancaster.
1. Solar Shades
Solar shades are perfect for offices with large windows or high sun exposure. They reduce glare while keeping outside views. For open-plan offices, we often recommend a 3%–5% openness factor to block UV rays without making the space feel closed off.
Best for: Conference rooms, reception areas, and open workspaces.
See how solar fabrics supported layered light control in our related case study.
2. Roller Shades
Roller shades fit modern and traditional offices alike. With blackout fabrics, they excel in presentation rooms and executive offices where full light control is essential.
Pro Tip: Pair blackout roller shades with a lighter sheer roller in a dual system for all-day flexibility. We used this method in a recent project—learn more.
3. Dual Shades
Dual shades combine two fabrics in one system—typically a sheer for daylight and an opaque for privacy. They are excellent for break rooms and multi-purpose spaces.
- Easy to use
- Stylish, modern look
- Energy savings through improved insulation from layered treatments
4. Natural Woven Shades
If you want warmth and texture in a commercial space, choose natural woven shades. They work well in creative studios, boutique retail spaces, and professional offices that want a softer aesthetic.
Bonus: Add an optional liner for privacy or extra light control. For a similar organic look in motorized applications, some clients pair woven textures with motorized roller shades behind the scenes.
5. Soft Treatments
Custom draperies and top treatments elevate any space, adding elegance and improving acoustics. In our related article, layered draperies in a conference room created a polished, professional atmosphere and reduced echo.
Motorization: The Modern Workplace Upgrade
Motorized shades are a smart investment for business owners. With motorization, you can adjust multiple coverings at once, automate them to respond to sunlight, and integrate them with smart building systems.
- Efficiency: Adjust shades in seconds without leaving your desk.
- Security: Program open/close schedules for privacy after hours.
- Comfort: Maintain optimal lighting and temperature all day.
Motorized roller shades and dual shades are especially popular in commercial spaces. See a real-world setup in our case study.
Designing for Lancaster’s Unique Workspaces
Every office is different, so we provide free in-office consultations to assess your needs and recommend solutions. During the visit, we measure your windows, review fabric samples in your actual lighting, and build a tailored plan.
- Window orientation and daily sun patterns
- Glare impact on computer work
- Privacy needs by zone
- Brand colors, finishes, and décor alignment
Our Process: From Consultation to Installation
- Free Consultation – We visit your office and review your needs. Request a Free Consultation.
- Product Selection – We recommend options like solar shades, roller shades, dual shades, natural woven shades, or soft treatments based on your space.
- Professional Measuring – Precise measurements ensure a perfect fit.
- Expert Installation – Quick, clean, and exact.
- Aftercare Support – We’re here if you have questions or need adjustments.
Real Results from Local Businesses
We’ve helped a range of Lancaster businesses—from financial firms to creative agencies—transform their workplaces. In one project, detailed in this related project, a client reduced afternoon heat gain by 30%, improved productivity by reducing glare, and elevated their overall office aesthetic.
Why Choose Made in the Shade Lancaster
- Trusted brand partners: Graber, Alta Window Fashions, Insolroll, and Horizons.
- Manual and motorized control options for any window type.
- Professional measuring and expert installation on every project.
- Personalized design guidance to match your brand and budget.
Take the Next Step
Upgrading your workplace with modern window treatments is an investment in comfort, style, and efficiency. Whether you want roller shades in executive offices, solar shades for open spaces, dual shades in shared areas, or soft treatments in the boardroom, we can help.
We’ll Bring the Showroom To You! 👉 Request a Free Consultation today and let us bring samples, expertise, and on-the-spot guidance to your office.
Want to see a complete office transformation? Read our related article for photos, product selections, and results.
