Shades for large skylight feature

We are installing a large glass skylight over our living room (almost 13′ wide and 10′ long) going from the roof of our penthouse to the roof of the main level. The skylight will be at an approximately 45 degree angle. It will really create a dramatic feature over the space, with a peak ceiling height of nearly 17″. However, it will also probably make the space very hot in the summer months. Any suggestions on what we can do for a motorized shade that large? I looked at blinds.com and couldn’t find anything. I would even consider smart glass, but I imagine this option is still very pricey in 2016.

mzmisdacutljvesg

in Doors & Windows 9 years and 3 months ago

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mzmisdacutljvesg | 9 years and 3 months ago

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Just got my first quote for more than $15K! Yikes!

nf85 | 9 years and 3 months ago

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We have a large skylight in our extension and there is considerable heat gain–welcome in the winter, less so in the summer. I looked into a Lutron shade and believe it was in the neighborhood of $2k installed. Ours is much smaller than what you are considering and is flat.

mzmisdacutljvesg | 9 years and 3 months ago

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Thanks!! Any idea on how much these things cost approximately. I assume they don’t come cheap, but are we talking a big screen TV ($1-$4K) or a used car ($10K+)

randolph | 9 years and 3 months ago

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http://www.lutron.com/en-US/Products/Pages/ShadingSystems/SivoiaQS/WindowTreatments/TensionedShades/TensionedShades.aspx