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

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