100 Years Of Innovation
Between 2019 and our beginnings in 1919, Hunter Douglas has produced some of the most innovative product breakthroughs on the market. Our extensive portfolio of versatile shades, shutters, sheers and blinds—reflects our passion for transforming light through exceptional design and style. Reaching our 100th year of innovation, we celebrate the textiles and technology that make Hunter Douglas an industry pioneer.
2018
Duette® LightLock™
Innovative light-blocking channels
Achieve unparalleled darkness
2017
Sonnette® Cellular Roller Shades
Energy-efficient roller shades
For dimensional beauty and easy operation
2015
PowerView® Motorization
Smart-home operating system
Manage shades on your schedule via smartphone, tablet or Pebble® remote control*
*PowerView App and PowerView Hub required.
2010
Hunter Douglas Retail Alliance Program
First program of its kind in the industry
Helps loyal Hunter Douglas dealers build their businesses
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2007
Pirouette® Window Shadings
Contoured fabric vanes
Easily control light filtration and privacy
2001
LiteRise® Operating System
Manual operating system without lift cords
Offers enhanced child safety and an uncluttered appearance
1997
Luminette® Privacy Sheers
Soft, vertical rotating vanes fastened to the back of a sheer Offers variable light control and privacy
1996
PowerRise® Operating System
Battery-powered remote-control system
An early player in motorization
1994
Vignette® Modern Roman Shades
Modern Roman shade with no exposed rear cords
Provides a sleek look and enhanced child safety
1991
Silhouette® Window Shadings
Signature S-shaped vanes positioned between two sheer fabrics
Diffuses harsh sunlight and provides privacy
1989
Duolite® Operating System
Operating system integrates light-filtering and room-darkening fabrics in a single shade
Achieve your preferred level of privacy and light
1985
Duette® Honeycomb Shades
A groundbreaking, energy-efficient honeycomb design
Cellular construction keeps homes warm in the winter and cool in the summer
1960-1980
Hunter Douglas expands its operations in Europe and into Australia and Latin America
1946
Sonnenberg partners with American entrepreneur and inventor Joe Hunter, together designing revolutionary lightweight aluminum blinds
1919
Henry Sonnenberg establishes a machine-tool manufacturing company in Germany