Case Study: Transforming Spaces with Outdoor Motorized Shades

Creating Indoor-Outdoor Living Spaces with Progressive Screens 

Expanding your home’s square footage doesn’t need to require new construction. In fact, outdoor motorized shades by reputable brands like Progressive Screens are sturdy enough to keep wind and insects out while holding in air conditioning!

The First Priority Audio team recently had the pleasure of installing outdoor motorized shades by Progressive Screens in a luxurious Hypoluxo, FL, home. This project not only enhanced the home’s aesthetic appeal but also extended its living areas with a new, fully enclosed terrace. 

The new ‘room’ we created with motorized shades can be enjoyed as an outdoor or indoor space with a tap of a button. Learn more about the project and take a look below! 

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The Project 

Nestled in a serene Wilton Manor neighborhood, this residence encapsulated modern luxury but lacked a flexible indoor/outdoor living area. The homeowners wanted a solution that would allow them to effortlessly merge their indoor space with the outdoor environment, making the most of Florida’s beautiful climate. 

The answer? Progressive Screens’ outdoor motorized shades, which provide sturdy, taut barriers against wind, insects, UV rays, and glare. Instead of zippers, Progressive Screens uses its patented MagnaTrack systems that seal shades without jams or snags. 

Progressive’s outdoor shades are available in various colors, opacities, and textures. For this project, the homeowner chose a dual-track system: one sheer, almost translucent shade and a dark, opaque shade for optimal privacy and protection. 

Functional Benefits of Outdoor Motorized Shades 

• Keep Your Living Space Clean: Progressive Screens are sealed tight to keep out insects, pollen, dust, and debris, ensuring a comfortable and safe environment. 
• Climate Control: These outdoor shades can maintain your AC temperatures, so if you have a door open to the shaded patio or porch, you can still enjoy cooler temperatures while outdoors! 
• Seamless System Integration: We integrated the home’s outdoor shades into a Control4 smart home system for convenient control and automation. The homeowners can program shades to follow a schedule or react to surrounding environments and can adjust screens with a tap of a button.   
• Furniture Protection: Outdoor motorized screens also protect outdoor furniture from fading in the sun or collecting pollen, prolonging the life and beauty of each piece. This is particularly beneficial for residents who travel often or leave the home unattended, ensuring outdoor living spaces are as pristine as they left them.
• Enhance Square Footage: Outdoor shades create an all-new room of the house, expanding your sense of space and your home’s square footage. 

Implementing the Project

Our First Priority Audio team managed the project from start to finish. The installation process was smooth and swift, causing minimal disruption to the homeowners’ daily lives. After a detailed consultation to pinpoint the client’s needs and preferences, we recommended the Progressive Screens motorized system for its reliability, aesthetic flexibility, and ease of integration with Control4 systems.

The screens were custom-fitted to the dimensions of the terrace, ensuring a clean look that complements the home’s modern architecture. Post-installation, we conducted a thorough walkthrough with the homeowners to demonstrate the functionality and to customize the settings within the Control4 app to suit their preferences.

Ask Us About Outdoor Motorized Shades! 

If you’re considering similar upgrades to your home in South Florida, First Priority Audio is here to help. Contact us here to learn how we tailor outdoor living solutions to meet your needs. We look forward to working with you!