Custom window treatment isn’t just for smart homes—they’re a powerful interior design and function upgrade for professional spaces, too. At Made in the Shade North OKC, we recently had the pleasure of transforming a busy corporate office in Edmond, Oklahoma with a full suite of custom window treatments that combined light control, style, and smart functionality.
This case study walks through the full process of a commercial makeover—from discovery to design and final installation—so you can see how investing in the right window coverings can enhance employee comfort, privacy, and brand image.
Client Background & Project Overview
- Client: Regional Insurance Firm
- Location: Edmond, OK
- Space: 6 private offices, 1 large conference room, open workstations
- Goal: Improve glare control, privacy, and modernize the space with clean, professional window fashions
The company reached out to us looking for a solution to excessive sunlight and outdated aluminum blinds. After their free on-site consultation, it was clear we could offer a better, more functional solution tailored to each space’s unique needs.
Consultation and Product Selection
Our team visited the office to assess the window sizes, sunlight exposure, and existing decor. Based on their needs, we recommended a mix of:
- Solar Shades for the open work area
- Dual Shades for executive offices
- Motorized Roller Shades in the conference room
- Natural Woven Shades as a unique accent above entryway sidelights
Each product was selected not just for appearance, but for its ability to solve real challenges—glare on monitors, privacy for client calls, and integrating clean design with corporate professionalism.
Why Solar Shades for the Open Office?
The open floor plan had west-facing windows that let in beautiful natural light—but also intense afternoon glare.
We installed light-filtering Solar Shades with a 5% openness factor. These allow natural light to come in while significantly reducing glare and heat gain, helping to cut down on eye strain and afternoon fatigue for the team.
Solar shades also help maintain views to the outside, creating a more pleasant work environment without feeling closed off.
✔️ Benefits Delivered:
- Reduced screen glare
- Lowered indoor temperature
- Maintained exterior views
- Sleek and clean look
Executive Offices: Dual Shades for Versatility
For private offices, flexibility was key. Some employees needed full privacy at times, while others wanted filtered light throughout the day.
We selected Dual Shades, also known as zebra shades, which alternate between sheer and opaque fabric bands. With one smooth motion, they can be transitioned from light filtering to full privacy.
Not only are they practical, but they added a polished, high-end look that matched the firm’s modern decor. For a clean finish and safety, all shades were specified with motorization or cordless lift where appropriate.
✔️ Benefits Delivered:
- Day-to-night light control
- Elegant layered design
- Simple cordless operation
Conference Room: Motorized Roller Shades
The glass-wrapped conference room was both a centerpiece and a problem area. Presentations were nearly impossible during the day due to glare.
We installed Motorized Roller Shades using a quiet Alta motorization system. With a remote control or wall switch, the team can lower all shades simultaneously for presentations or privacy, and the setup is ready for smart control via motorization.
The ability to automate window control adds a professional touch that impresses clients and boosts functionality.
✔️ Benefits Delivered:
- Total control at the push of a button
- Improved meeting productivity
- Seamless integration with conference AV tech
Decorative Touch: Bamboo Window Shades
To give the lobby a wow factor, we added custom Natural Roman Shades in a woven bamboo texture above the sidelights framing the main entrance. These woven wood shades provided a visually striking detail without blocking light and were chosen in a warm, medium-brown finish to coordinate with the firm’s brand palette and entry hardware.
✔️ Benefits Delivered:
- Unique, upscale look
- No sacrifice in natural light
- Completely custom design
- Eco friendly window coverings
Installation and Execution
Our professional installation team completed the full install over a single weekend to minimize disruption to business operations.
Every product was custom measured to ensure a precise fit, and all products featured cordless lift systems for safety and a clean appearance. Motorization for the conference room was pre-programmed and tested on-site.
Our client was thrilled not only with the visual results but also with how much more comfortable and functional their space became.
Client Feedback
“We never realized how much of a difference the right window treatments could make. The whole office looks more modern, and the heat and glare issues are gone. Made in the Shade North OKC was professional, responsive, and brought fantastic ideas we never would’ve considered.”
— Office Manager, Edmond, OK
Office Window Treatments That Work as Hard as You Do
If you’re managing an office, medical practice, law firm, or any other commercial space in the North OKC area, we invite you to experience the difference that expertly chosen window treatments can make.
From Solar Shades to Motorized Roller Shades, our products don’t just look good—they work smarter for your space. Explore additional options like Sheer Shades, Zebra Shades, and custom Shutters to complete your commercial design vision.
✨ Professional measuring, expert installation, and products from trusted names like Alta, Graber, Norman, Horizons, and Tableaux are all part of what we offer.
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