Living in the Pearl District often means gorgeous, modern architecture with expansive windows that let in lots of light and showcase incredible city views. However, these windows also create challenges for privacy, glare, and managing the sun throughout the day.

What Window Treatments Fit This Modern Urban Look?

We love recommending sleek roller shades or solar shades for this kind of setup. They reduce glare and UV rays while keeping your windows' clean lines uninterrupted. If your condo features industrial-style finishes or a minimal style, these low-profile treatments blend in seamlessly.

How Do You Handle the Height and Hard-to-Reach Spots?

Motorization is your best friend here. With smart shades, you can raise or lower tall window coverings with the push of a button or a voice command. You get functionality without needing to climb over furniture or fuss with cords.

How Do You Maintain Privacy Without Losing the View in the Pearl District?

You may be just a few feet from your neighbor’s window in a high-rise or townhome in the Pearl. The views are amazing, but so is the visibility from the outside in. That means you need innovative ways to keep your space private without feeling like you live in a cave.

What Window Treatments Let You Enjoy the View and Still Feel Private?

Solar shades are an ideal daytime solution—they let you see out while limiting how much others can see in. We suggest layering with blackout or privacy-lined drapery at night for full coverage.

Top-down, bottom-up cellular shades are also great on windows in apartment and condo settings. You can cover the bottom for privacy while letting light flow in from above.

Can You Keep It Stylish and Unobtrusive?

Yes—we make sure everything fits your design style. Whether your condo is sleek and modern or warm and eclectic, we offer fabrics, colors, and finishes that complement your decor without adding clutter.

Can you add Smart Home Shades to a Condo or Townhome?

Absolutely. They’re a perfect match for condo living. Smart shades eliminate dangling cords and bulky hardware, ideal in a space where every inch counts. You also gain a whole new level of comfort and control.

How Do Smart Shades Work in a Condo?

You can control your window coverings with a remote, app, or voice assistant like Alexa or Google Home. You can even schedule your shades to open with the sunrise or close automatically when the sun hits that west-facing window.

What does Budget Blinds of Central Portland offer condo owners?

We specialize in designing for Portland’s urban homes. From floor-to-ceiling windows to sliding glass doors, we’ll guide you through every step—selecting the right treatments, customizing the fit, and installing everything for you.

Your Pearl District condo or townhome deserves window coverings that are as smart, sleek, and stylish as your space. Let’s make it happen together.

Schedule your free in-home (or in-condo :)) consultation today, or stop by our showroom in the Arts District to see products, ask questions, meet some of our team, and be inspired.