Smart Hubs for Blinds

Smart Hubs – What Can They Do?

🔊 Voice Control
Control your blinds hands-free using Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, or Apple HomeKit.

📱 App Control from Anywhere
Open or close your blinds remotely using your smartphone or tablet — even when you’re not at home.

🕒 Timers and Schedules
Set your blinds to open and close at specific times of day to suit your routine or improve home security.

🌅 Create Scenes
Combine your blinds with other smart devices (like lights) to create moods like “Morning,” “Movie Time,” or “Goodnight.”

🌞 Sun Sensors and Light Automation
Automatically lower blinds when it’s too bright to protect furniture and keep your home cool.

🏡 Improved Energy Efficiency
Reduce heat loss in winter and block out heat in summer for better insulation and energy savings.

🐾 Pet Comfort & Privacy
Close blinds remotely to stop pets reacting to outside movement — even if you’re out of the house.

🧠 Group or Individual Control
Operate all blinds at once, by room, or individually, depending on your needs.

🔒 Enhanced Security
Make it look like someone’s home by automating blinds when you’re away.

🛋️ Convenience & Comfort
Relax and let your blinds respond to your lifestyle — no cords, no reaching, just smart living.

Making Life More Convenient and Comfortable

Smart blinds aren’t just a stylish addition to your home — they’re a clever one too. By adding a Smart Hub, you open up a whole world of convenience, efficiency, and automation that can completely transform how you use your window blinds.

Whether you’re looking to save energy, improve security, or simply enjoy hands-free control, a smart hub makes it all possible.

What is a Smart Hub for Blinds?

A Smart Hub acts as the ‘brain’ of your smart blind system. Once installed, it connects your motorised blinds to your Wi-Fi network and allows you to control them from your smartphone, tablet, or even your voice assistant — whether you’re at home or away.

What Can You Do with a Smart Hub?

Here are just some of the powerful and practical features a smart hub can offer:

1. Voice Control with Smart Speakers

Compatible hubs can connect with popular voice assistants like Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple HomeKit. Simply say, “Alexa, close the blinds,” and it’s done — no need to lift a finger.

2. Control via App – Wherever You Are

Most systems include a user-friendly app (like Somfy’s Tahoma app), giving you full control of your blinds, even when you’re not at home. Whether you’re in the garden, at work, or on holiday, you can adjust your blinds with just a few taps.

3. Group Control or Individual Operation

Choose whether to operate blinds room-by-room or individually. You can close all the blinds in the house at once, or just lower one in the lounge — whatever suits your routine.

4. Create Scenes and Schedules

• Set the mood or schedule your blinds to match your lifestyle:
• Open the blinds at sunrise to help you wake naturally.
• Lower them in the afternoon to keep your home cool and shaded.
• Create an “Evening” scene that closes all blinds and dims your smart lighting at the same time.

5. Timers and Automation

Add timers to open and close blinds at set times each day. Ideal for improving home security, energy efficiency, and keeping pets settled when you’re not home.

6. Integrate Smart Sensors

Some hubs (like the Somfy Tahoma Hub) can be expanded with smart sun sensors. These clever additions monitor sunlight and automatically lower your blinds when it’s too bright — helping to protect furniture and keep your home comfortable.

Popular Smart Hubs – At a Glance

Here’s a quick guide to some of the most commonly used smart hubs for blinds:

Somfy TaHoma Switch

One of the most versatile options on the market, the TaHoma Switch allows you to control blinds, lighting, garage doors, and more — all from a single hub. It integrates with a wide range of third-party systems like Philips Hue and Samsung SmartThings, and works with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple HomeKit. It’s ideal if you want a hub that can connect to multiple areas of your smart home, not just your blinds.

Louvolite One Touch Hub

The Louvolite One Touch hub is a simple and efficient system designed specifically for Louvolite motorised blinds. It allows you to operate your blinds remotely, set schedules, and control them in groups or individually — perfect for modern living with a user-friendly approach.

PowerShade Smart Controller (also known as Eclipse PowerShade)

This hub is dedicated to controlling motorised blinds and shades, allowing you to manage multiple devices from one place. With group control, timers, and easy scheduling, the PowerShade hub gives you reliable control over your home’s light and privacy. Some versions support a specific number of devices, so it’s a good idea to check compatibility when choosing your setup.

Dream Motion Hub

The Motion Hub is another blinds-focused solution, giving you control over your blinds via app or voice command. It supports scheduling, scenes, and simple integrations — making it a great choice for anyone looking to automate their blinds without the need for broader smart home compatibility.

Why Use a Smart Hub?

• Smart Hubs aren’t just about convenience — they bring real practical benefits:
• Improved energy efficiency: Lower blinds in the summer to block heat, or raise them in the winter to let the sun warm your home.
• Better insulation: Help regulate indoor temperatures and reduce heating and cooling bills.
• Increased privacy and security: Schedule blinds to operate even when you’re away, giving the impression someone’s home.
• Ultimate convenience: Control blinds from anywhere — even when you’re out for dinner and suddenly remember the dogs might start barking at the garden.

Ready to Make Your Home Smarter?

If you already have motorised blinds, adding a smart hub is often a simple step — and one that opens up a huge range of functionality. Whether you’re looking to integrate your blinds into an existing smart home system or just want a simple, reliable way to automate your windows, we’re here to help.

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⚠️ Important Note About Smart Hub Compatibility

Not all smart hubs offer the same features — functionality can vary depending on the hub brand, the motor type, and the blinds you choose. Some systems support voice control, timers, or app scheduling, while others may be more limited in scope.

To make sure you get the right system for your home and budget, it’s important to let us know which features matter most to you — whether that’s hands-free control, remote access, scene-setting, or energy efficiency.

During your consultation, we’ll take the time to understand your priorities and recommend a smart blind and hub combination that meets your needs.

If you have questions about compatibility or features, we’re happy to guide you through the options.