The Best Custom Window Treatments in Inner West Houston

Gulf Coast heat, humidity, and sun are no joke. To keep your home cool, your energy bills down, and your interiors protected, you need window coverings built for Houston living. From modern townhomes in Rice Military to historic bungalows in Shady Acres and renovated homes near Memorial Park, we bring the showroom to you. We specialize in custom solutions that block the sun, resist humidity, add smart-home convenience, and elevate your home.

  • Free In-Home Design Consultations — We serve Rice Military, Cottage Grove, Timbergrove, Shady Acres, the Washington Corridor, and the Memorial Park area.
  • Beat the Heat & Humidity — Solar shades that block up to 99% of UV and moisture-resistant materials that won’t warp or mildew.
  • Locally & Family-Owned by Valerie Bacerott — Your Inner West Houston neighbor, with honest, family-like 5-star service.
  • Smart Home Motorization — “Alexa, raise my shades.” Perfect for the tall windows of modern Houston homes.
  • Energy Savings — Solar and cellular shades that lower your energy bills through the long cooling season.
  • Top Brands, Professionally Installed — Premium window fashions, measured and installed by our local team.

Why Inner West Houston Homeowners Choose Made in the Shade

At Made in the Shade Inner West Houston, we know that window coverings on the Gulf Coast are about performance, not just style. When it’s 95 degrees with 90% humidity and the UV is intense, you need products that actually work — and won’t warp, mildew, or fade. We bring the showroom directly to your door, offering solutions that block the heat, lower your energy bills, add smart-home convenience, and look beautiful doing it.

Our free in-home consultations are designed for the way Inner West Houston lives. Valerie Bacerott will help you select heat-rejecting solar shades, moisture-resistant composite shutters for humid rooms, or smart motorized shades — roller shades are our top pick — for the tall windows of a modern townhome. We provide precise measurements and clear, upfront pricing. As a locally, family-owned business that’s also part of a large international brand, we pair neighborly care with national buying power. Our reviews say it best: it doesn’t feel transactional; it feels like having family on your side.

Valerie Bacerott

Inner West Houston’s Most Trusted Window Team

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Valerie Bacerott was great. We wanted an awning to protect our pool equipment from the sun. She provided us a perfect solution for our awning needs. We received a superior product at a reasonable price. She was in touch with us through the entire process. Great customer service!
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Love love my shades!! Valerie was extremely patient and helpful. I had a lot of questions and she verified answers instead of making assumptions. I shopped around and was impressed with the technology and her cost was competitive. The installers were fantastic - efficient, tidy, and self-sufficient. They accessed the balcony from outside the home and got busy. Would use again and recommend!!!
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I got several quotes for roller shades, drapery and Roman shades before making my decision, and Valerie stood out by far. Not only was her price the best but her professionalism, knowledge, and attention to detail were exceptional. She took the time to explain all of my options without any pressure and made the entire process easy from start to finish. She really cares and gave great tips to make the best use of my space in interior design. The installation turned out beautifully, and I couldn't be happier with the results. If you're looking for high-quality window treatments at a fair price with outstanding customer service, I highly recommend Valerie!
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I can honestly say valery ran her business with a level of professionalism that stood out immediately she was respectful, responsive, and clear in all communication, made the whole process smooth and stress free showed real attention to detail in her work and carried herself in a way that made me feel like I was dealing with someone who truly takes pride in her business and values every client experience.
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The blinds look great! We thought it would take 3 weeks for installation, but it only took a week or so! The cost was so reasonable as well! Valerie was great to work with. I will definitely refer Made in the Shade to friends and family!
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Excellent and customer service and installation. I'm very happy and highly recommend!!!
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Book Your Free In-Home Window Treatment Consultation Now

See how our fabrics perform in the Houston sun. Get expert advice on heat rejection, UV protection, humidity-proof materials, and smart-home automation, view premium samples in your own home, and receive a no-obligation quote — honest, local, family service for your Inner West Houston home.

Our Professional Process

Just a Few Steps Away

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Schedule Your Free Local Design Visit

Contact us to book an appointment that fits your schedule. We serve all of Inner West Houston — Rice Military, Cottage Grove, Timbergrove, Shady Acres, the Washington Corridor, and the Memorial Park area — and we come to you, no parking hassle.

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See Samples in Your Own Home

Don’t guess how a color looks in a store. We bring the samples to you so you can choose materials that stand up to the Gulf Coast heat and humidity and match your home’s finishes perfectly.

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Precision Measuring for a Perfect Fit

A tight fit maximizes AC efficiency and looks flawless on the tall, large windows of Inner West Houston townhomes. We take precise measurements to ensure your treatments fit and perform their best.

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Professional Installation

Our expert local team treats your home with respect. We install securely, clean up all packaging, and set up any smart-home automation before we leave — so ‘Alexa, raise my shades’ works from day one.

Don’t Let the Gulf Coast Sun & Salt Air Ruin Your Home

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Sky-High Electric Bills

In Houston, the AC runs most of the year. If your windows aren’t shaded, your unit runs overtime and your energy bills climb. Our insulating cellular shades and heat-rejecting solar shades act as a thermal shield, blocking the sun’s heat before it enters and lowering your cooling costs.

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Cheap Blinds Warp, Yellow & Mildew

It’s not just heat — it’s humidity. Standard vinyl and real-wood blinds from big-box stores can warp, yellow, or grow mildew in a Houston summer. We install premium moisture-resistant composite products engineered to hold their shape and finish in Gulf Coast conditions.

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Faded Floors & Furniture

The intense Texas sun bleaches hardwood floors, rugs, and furniture fast. Our solar shades block up to 99% of UV while preserving your view — protecting your interiors and your investment, even on the big windows of a modern townhome.

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The Smart Choice for Inner West Houston

Made in the Shade brings the showroom to you — serving Rice Military, Cottage Grove, Timbergrove, Shady Acres, and the Memorial Park area — so you get products built for our climate, expert advice, and a perfect fit every time.

Smart Motorized Shades

Alexa, Raise My Shades.

Your AC works hard enough. Give it a break with our motorized solar and roller shades — our featured top pick. Program them to lower during the hottest part of the afternoon, or control them by voice or app. It’s the smartest way to manage the tall windows of a modern Inner West Houston townhome and keep your bills down.

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Graber 1716 Wood Shutters RS17 V1

Shutters

Timeless Style That Lasts

Plantation shutters provide a timeless, upscale look and excellent insulation — and our moisture-resistant composite shutters never warp, crack, or mildew in Gulf humidity. A classic fit for both historic bungalows and modern homes.

Exterior Shades

Enjoy Your Outdoor Space Year-Round

Inner West Houston living happens on the patio, balcony, and rooftop deck. Our exterior solar screens block the intense sun and keep the bugs away, turning your outdoor space into a comfortable extension of your home. (Note: these are not code-rated hurricane shutters.)

Exterior shades filtering in natural light to an outdoor seating area.

Custom Window Fashions for Every Style

Choosing the best window treatment is essential in showcasing your unique style. Our solutions for all types of windows will blend seamlessly with your overall interior design. Window treatments improve the look of your space and provide privacy, control light, and save on energy efficiency. We carefully craft each custom treatment to your specific measurements and desired decorative and functional features, including motorization options.

Outdoor Shades

Reclaim Your Patio from the Sun & Bugs

The patio, balcony, or rooftop deck is a big part of Inner West Houston living — until the sun, glare, and mosquitoes take over. Exterior patio shades block UV and radiant heat, cut glare, add privacy, and help keep the bugs out — turning a sun-baked outdoor space into a comfortable room year-round. Manual or motorized, built for Gulf Coast sun and humidity.

Shutters

Timeless Style That Won’t Warp or Mildew

Plantation shutters add timeless, upscale curb appeal plus permanent home value. Our moisture-resistant composite shutters stand up to Gulf Coast humidity without warping, cracking, or mildewing — unlike cheap wood — making them ideal for humid baths, kitchens, and utility rooms. A classic, elegant fit for historic bungalows and modern Inner West Houston homes alike.

Shades

Beat the Heat, Now Smart & Alexa-Ready

Houston’s intense sun heats your home and fades your furnishings. Solar shades block the heat and up to 99% of UV before it enters — giving your AC a break — while cellular honeycomb shades add insulation for the long cooling season. Roller shades are our featured top pick, and they go smart with Alexa-ready motorization for the tall windows of Inner West Houston townhomes.

Blinds

Durable, Moisture-Proof Style

Cheap wood blinds absorb Gulf humidity and warp, crack, or grow mildew, and standard slats yellow in the intense Texas UV. We install moisture-resistant faux wood blinds — easy to clean and built to last — for kitchens, baths, and whole-home coverage. Real wood adds warmth to dry, refined rooms; vertical blinds handle wide patio sliders with ease.

Drapery

Softness, Texture & Designer Style

Custom drapery adds the finishing designer touch — softness, texture, and an extra layer of light control against the bright Texas sun. Layer drapes over shades for depth and a sophisticated, finished look on both small windows and the tall, dramatic windows of modern townhomes. Tailored to your exact windows from thousands of premium fabrics.

Decorative Grilles

Architectural Character for Your Home

Decorative faux-iron grilles add instant architectural character to arched windows, entryways, transoms, and bare walls — a distinctive, high-design touch that complements both the historic and modern architecture of Inner West Houston. They deliver the timeless look of hand-forged wrought iron without the weight, adding custom curb appeal that won’t corrode in the humidity.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why should I choose Made in the Shade Inner West Houston over a big-box store?

Made in the Shade Inner West Houston is locally, family-owned by Valerie Bacerott, and we bring the showroom to your home. Big-box stores sell standard sizes off a shelf; we design custom treatments engineered for Gulf Coast heat, humidity, and sun, measure precisely, and install professionally.

Our customers say it doesn’t feel transactional – it feels like having family on your side.

What window treatments are best for Houston's heat and humidity?

Moisture-resistant composite (faux wood) shutters and blinds are best for the Gulf Coast – they won’t warp, crack, or mildew in humidity, unlike real wood. For heat and glare, solar shades block up to 99% of UV and lower your energy bills, and smart motorized shades add convenience for large windows.

We help you match each product to each room during your free in-home consultation.

Do your shades protect against hurricanes?

No – our interior and exterior shades provide sun, heat, glare, and privacy control and everyday comfort, but they are not code-rated hurricane shutters. If you need certified hurricane protection, we’re happy to point you in the right direction.

What we do best is protect your home from the daily Gulf Coast heat, UV fading, and humidity year-round.

Do your smart shades work with Alexa and Google Home?

Yes. Our motorized shades work with all major smart-home devices, including Alexa and Google Home. Schedule them to lower during the peak afternoon heat or raise with the morning light – ideal for the tall windows of Inner West Houston townhomes.

Roller shades are our featured top pick and pair beautifully with smart motorization.

What areas do you serve?

We serve Inner West Houston and surrounding areas, including Rice Military, Cottage Grove, Timbergrove, Lazybrook, Shady Acres, the Washington Corridor, and the Memorial Park area. We bring the showroom to your home anywhere in the service area.

Call (832) 788-5535 to confirm we cover your neighborhood.