• Light-filtering Sonnette cellular roller shades in contemporary Reno living room

Sonnette® Cellular Roller Shades

Sonnette® Cellular Roller Shades combine the streamlined appearance of roller shades with the insulating design of cellular shades. At Blue Sky Shutters & Shades, we recommend Sonnette shades for Reno homeowners who want a clean, modern look with improved comfort and light control.

  • Combines roller shade styling with cellular construction
  • Energy-efficient design for year-round comfort
  • Beautiful fabrics and contemporary colors
  • Available with cordless and motorized operation

Unlike traditional cellular shades, Sonnette shades roll neatly into the headrail when raised, creating a sleek profile while helping improve comfort throughout your home. Their streamlined appearance also makes them a popular choice for large windows and contemporary living spaces.

Ideal Windows for Sonnette® Shades

Sonnette® Cellular Roller Shades work beautifully on a wide range of window sizes. Their low-profile appearance makes them a popular choice for contemporary homes, while their insulating design helps improve comfort on larger windows exposed to Reno’s intense sunlight.

  • Large windows
  • Living room windows
  • Bedrooms
  • Home offices
  • Floor-to-ceiling glass

Advanced Features of Sonnette® Shades

Hunter Douglas Sonnette cellular roller shades with clean roller shade appearance

Cellular + Roller Design

Sonnette® Cellular Roller Shades combine two popular window shade styles in one innovative design. The cellular construction helps improve comfort at the window, while the rolling operation creates the clean appearance homeowners love about roller shades. Unlike traditional cellular shades, Sonnette shades disappear neatly into the headrail when raised for an uncluttered view.

Sonnette cellular roller shades helping improve comfort on large Reno windows

Comfort Throughout the Seasons

Reno homes experience intense sunlight in summer and chilly temperatures during winter. Sonnette® shades feature a cellular design as energy efficient window treatments that helps reduce heat transfer at the window, supporting a more comfortable indoor environment year-round. Combined with beautiful fabrics and light control options, they offer an ideal balance of style and performance.

Contemporary cellular roller shades with streamlined design

Light Control Made Simple

Sonnette® shades are designed for effortless operation. Choose cordless control for a clean, streamlined appearance or upgrade to Hunter Douglas PowerView® Automation for convenient remote, smartphone, or voice control. Motorized shades are especially useful for large windows and everyday comfort, allowing you to adjust light and privacy with ease.

Before After
Sonnette® Cellular Roller Shades

Sonnette Shades FAQ

What are cellular roller shades?

Cellular roller shades combine the clean, low-profile appearance of roller shades with the insulating design of cellular shades. Hunter Douglas Sonnette® Cellular Roller Shades feature a unique curved cellular construction that helps improve comfort while maintaining the streamlined look many Reno homeowners want. They are a popular choice for those seeking modern window shades with enhanced light control and energy performance.

What is the difference between Sonnette® and Duette® shades?

Both Sonnette® and Duette® shades are designed to improve comfort and energy efficiency, but they offer different aesthetics and operating styles. Sonnette® Cellular Roller Shades have the appearance of roller shades and roll neatly into the headrail when raised. Duette® Honeycomb Shades feature a traditional cellular shade design with a wider range of specialty shapes, operating systems, and insulation options. Homeowners often choose Sonnette® for contemporary style and Duette® for maximum customization and energy efficiency.

Are Sonnette® shades energy efficient?

Yes. Sonnette® Cellular Roller Shades are designed with a cellular structure that helps reduce heat transfer at the window. This insulating design can help improve indoor comfort during Reno’s hot summers and colder winter months. Many homeowners choose Sonnette® shades when looking for energy-efficient window treatments that also deliver a modern roller shade appearance.

Can Sonnette® shades be motorized?

Absolutely. Sonnette® shades are available with Hunter Douglas PowerView® Automation, allowing you to adjust your shades with a remote control, smartphone app, or voice commands. Motorized shades are especially popular for large windows, hard-to-reach windows, and homeowners looking to integrate window coverings into their smart home system.

Do Sonnette® shades provide room darkening?

Yes. Sonnette® Cellular Roller Shades are available with room darkening fabrics that help reduce incoming light and improve privacy. While light-filtering fabrics create a bright, comfortable atmosphere, room darkening options are ideal for bedrooms, media rooms, and other spaces where additional light control is desired.

Are Sonnette® shades good for large windows?

Yes. Sonnette® shades are an excellent choice for large windows because they combine smooth roller shade operation with the added comfort of a cellular design. Their clean appearance works beautifully on expansive glass, and motorization makes operating large windows effortless. Many Reno homeowners choose Sonnette® shades for living rooms, great rooms, and other spaces with large windows where controlling light, glare, and heat is important.

Are Sonnette® shades roller shades or cellular shades?

Sonnette® shades combine elements of both. They feature a cellular construction for improved comfort and insulation while operating like a roller shade that neatly rolls into the headrail when raised.