Aura Illuminated Shades for Soft, Natural Light

Interior lighting with the shades closed. A revolutionary innovation in interior lighting, Aura Illuminated Shades creates a well-lit area even when the shades are closed. Let our team at California Window Fashions show you how you can add ambient light to your home by activating the LED strip lighting system.

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Illuminated Shade Features

  • Lower the Shades
  • Turn on the LED Lighting Feature
  • Create the Ideal Atmosphere
  • Temperatures Range from Warm to Cool Lighting

Close the shades to protect your home. Create a glowing atmosphere with ambient lighting, simply by activating the LED lighting to reflect over the entire shade. From soft and warm, to bright and cool, a dynamic environment is at your fingertips. Schedule your free consultation.

Serious Upgrade: Automation

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Adjust motorized shades with a stylish remote, smartphone or voice command

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Create scenes and schedules so your shades move with in sync with your life

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Experience seamless integration with other smart home technology



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Three Lighting Experiences

With the Aura feature, you can experience light-filtering shades in one position, room darkening with the reflective roller shade lowered, and soft interior glowing shades once the LED lights have been activated. When combined with PowerView® automation, these automated shade systems allow you to access the prefect atmosphere in an instant.

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Lighting Temperatures

Adjust the “color” of the LED lighting from a cozy, amber glow to bright daylight–and anywhere in between. This range of colors allows you to create the perfect atmosphere inside your California home–no matter what’s happening outside.

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The Perfect Atmosphere Every Time

The LED lights of your window shades can be dimmed to meet your lighting needs. Dark and stormy outside? Inside your home, you can enjoy bright, mood-enhancing light. Glaring, hot afternoon sun? Turn your home into a sanctuary with warm, serene lighting.

Create the Right Environment

With Aura Illuminated Shades, you can create the perfect environment, no matter the time of day. Enjoy the features of your window shades: Block intense light, keep out the glare, maintain privacy, regulate interior temperatures, and stop harsh UR rays. While you’re shades are lowered–protecting the interior from the natural elements–you don’t have to sacrifice beautiful light.

Best Window Treatments for Aura Shades

There are three different types of window shades available with the Aura Illuminated Shades feature. Each type creates atmosphere and soft lighting, along with privacy. Explore these shade types as well as other innovative window solutions.

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FAQs: Aura Illuminated Shades

What makes Aura Illuminated Shades unique?

This system combines light-filtering shades with a blackout, reflective layer to customize the atmosphere–always capable of a soft, natural glow while privacy is maintained. 

What types of shades is Aura available for?

There are three collections that can be designed with the Aura system: Designer Roller Shades, Vignette Modern Roman Shades and Sonnette Cellular Roller Shades.

Will Aura Illuminated Shades block UV rays?

Yes, they are designed with fabrics that can protect your home from harsh UV rays that often damage furniture and flooring. This specialized fabrics allows light to enter while providing protection.

Can Aura Illuminated Shades be motorized?

Yes, Aura shades are capable of motorized lift using the Hunter Douglas PowerView® automation system, adjusting shades with remote, app or smart home control.

Are Aura Illuminated Shades energy efficient?

Yes–they cover the window, reducing heat gain during summer by blocking extreme sunlight from entering. The cellular shades from the Sonnette collection can also insulate the windows.

Which rooms are best for Aura Illuminated Shades?

Home offices, dining rooms, family rooms and living rooms benefit from the ambient lighting and privacy options of Aura Illuminated Shades.