The Best Custom Window Treatments in Southwest Colorado
Your home in the San Juan Mountains has world-class views. Don’t let the nation’s most intense UV rays ruin your furniture or force you to block the scenery. From historic homes in Durango to modern ski chalets in Telluride, we provide custom window coverings engineered for the extreme mountain climate.
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Free In-Home Design Consultations — We travel throughout the Four Corners region, including Durango, Pagosa Springs, Cortez, and Telluride.
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Extreme UV Protection — Specialized solar shades that block up to 99% of damaging rays, protecting your wood floors, art, and furniture from fading.
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Four-Season Insulation — Insulating cellular shades that trap heat during frigid winter nights and block the sun’s heat in the summer.
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Uncompromised Mountain Views — Solutions designed to cut the glare and heat while keeping your panoramic views crystal clear.
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Built Mountain-Tough — Durable materials that won’t crack in the dry air or fail under heavy snow loads on skylights.
- Locally Owned in Durango — We live here. We understand the unique challenges and architectural styles of Southwest Colorado homes.
Why Southwest Colorado Homeowners Trust Made in the Shade?
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Our Professional Process
Schedule Your Mountain Home Visit
See Samples at 9,000 Feet
Precision Measuring for Custom Builds
Expert High-Altitude Installation
Don’t Let the High-Altitude Sun Bleach Your Home
Standard Blinds Fade in Months, Not Years
Losing the View You Moved Here For
Difficult Installs in Custom Homes
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The Smart Way to Protect Your Mountain Home
Made in the Shade brings the showroom to you—serving Durango, Telluride, and Pagosa Springs—so you get performance-grade products, expert advice, and a warranty built for our climate.
Motorized Window Shades
Intelligent Light Management
The mountain sun is always moving. Our motorized solar shades can be programmed to adjust automatically throughout the day, following the sun to protect your interiors from damaging UV rays while maximizing natural light. It’s the ultimate set-it-and-forget-it solution for your home.
Shutters
The Ultimate Thermal Barrier
In Southwest Colorado, temperatures can drop 40 degrees when the sun sets. Plantation shutters provide a solid, insulating barrier against freezing winter nights and blizzards. They are a permanent, durable upgrade that fits perfectly in historic Durango Victorians and rustic mountain cabins alike.
Exterior Shades
Glare-Free Outdoor Living
Enjoy your deck without being blinded. The sun reflecting off the mountains can be intense. Our motorized exterior screens cut the glare and heat, creating a comfortable space to enjoy an après-ski drink or a summer evening. They are built to withstand heavy snow loads and high-altitude conditions.
Southwest Colorado’s Go-To Window Experts
From the Animas Valley in Durango to the ski slopes of Telluride, our reputation is built on reliability and performance. In small mountain towns, word-of-mouth is everything. We are proud to be the 5-star rated team our neighbors recommend for getting the job done right.
High-Performance Window Gear for the San Juans
In the mountains, your windows take a beating. From the intense UV rays at 9,000 feet to the sub-zero temperatures of a January night, you need window treatments that perform like technical gear. Our collection combines thermal efficiency with mountain style, protecting your home without sacrificing the view.
Shades
Combat the “Alpine Glow” and snow glare. Our solar screen shades reduce the blinding reflection off the snow while keeping your view of the peaks sharp. For chilly nights in Pagosa, upgrade to honeycomb shades that trap a layer of air, acting as a thermal blanket for your glass.
Shutters
Match the historic charm of downtown Durango or the rustic elegance of a mountain lodge. Our composite shutters are engineered to withstand the dry mountain air without cracking or shrinking. They offer a permanent, architectural upgrade that looks beautiful from both the curb and the couch.
Blinds
Complement your timber frame or log home with the warmth of wood. We offer richly stained wood blinds that match your interior beams, as well as durable faux-wood options that handle moisture in bathrooms and mudrooms. It’s a classic, rugged look that fits the Southwest Colorado lifestyle.
Outdoor Shades
The sun hits harder at high altitude. Our heavy-duty exterior solar screens shield your deck from the intense afternoon rays, allowing you to enjoy your outdoor space without sunburn or squinting. They create a cool, shaded retreat perfect for watching the sunset over the mesa.
Drapery
Add physical warmth and softness to your home. Heavy custom drapes are the perfect solution for drafty sliding glass doors or large picture windows. Choose from wool blends or velvet textures to create a cozy, cabin-like atmosphere during our long, snowy winters.
Decorative Grilles
Bring the look of hand-forged iron to your windows. Faux iron grilles add a rustic, custom touch to transom windows or entryways, perfectly complementing the stone and wood elements common in Telluride and Durango architecture.
Find Your Inspiration & Style
Explore our blog for inspiring ideas, showcasing a diverse array of elegant and innovative window treatments to transform your living spaces.
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