//Alustra® Collection
Alustra Collection Shades for Marin County Homes
Hunter Douglas Alustra® brings globally sourced designer fabrics, artisan weaves, and exclusive metallic hardware to woven textures and architectural roller shades - measured, designed, and installed across Marin County and Petaluma.
//Why Alustra
What sets the Alustra Collection apart
Alustra uses exclusive globally sourced textiles curated by designer Lori Weitzner - natural-inspired fibers with subtle sheen and metallic hardware finishes not available in any standard Hunter Douglas line. Fabric, hardware, and engineering are designed as one cohesive system rather than assembled from separate product lines.
The collection comes in three configurations: Woven Textures Roller, Woven Textures Roman, and the Architectural Roller. Whether you are outfitting a Hamilton contemporary or a hillside estate in Mill Valley, Bay Blinds brings fabric samples directly to your home for side-by-side comparison against your interior finishes.
//Architectural Roller
The pinnacle of minimalist design
The Alustra Architectural Roller uses a dual-layered roller system with contoured battens for a smooth, even descent and a front-rolling mechanism that keeps the fabric flush against the glass. There are no exposed cords, no stacking fabric, and no visible lift mechanisms - just sleek metallic hardware exclusive to the Alustra line.
The kickback privacy feature holds the bottom rail against the glass to maintain a tight seal against light gaps. For contemporary Mill Valley and Marin County homes, it delivers the restraint of a fixed panel with full adjustability, and is fully compatible with PowerView Gen 3 motorization.
//Woven Textures
Natural beauty in roller and roman
Alustra Woven Textures bring artisan-inspired weaves into both roller and roman configurations, with fabrics that range from sheer to semi-opaque so you can dial in exactly the light filtering and privacy each space requires.
The Duolite dual-shade system pairs the decorative woven face fabric with an independent room-darkening liner on a single headrail, and the Two-on-One headrail mounts two shades together for wide or grouped windows common in Marin homes. Woven Textures Roman is ideal for homeowners drawn to soft-fold roman styling who also want the exclusive Alustra fabric and hardware palette.
//Operation & Safety
Motorized or manual, always child-safe
The Alustra Collection supports multiple Hunter Douglas operating systems - PowerView Gen 3 motorization, LiteRise cordless, UltraGlide retractable cord, SoftTouch motorized wand, and EasyRise continuous-loop cord. PowerView is the most popular for whole-home automation, letting you control shades by app, voice assistant, or programmed schedule.
All cordless and motorized options meet the ANSI/WCMA A100.1-2022 child-safety standard. Bay Blinds installs both battery-powered and hardwired PowerView systems across Marin County, and recommends the best system for your specific window layout.
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//Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Alustra Collection by Hunter Douglas?
The Alustra Collection is Hunter Douglas’s exclusive line of premium window treatments featuring globally sourced fabrics curated by designer Lori Weitzner. The collection includes three distinct configurations: Woven Textures Roller Shades, Woven Textures Roman Shades, and Architectural Roller Shades. Each product uses natural-inspired fibers with subtle sheen and pairs with metallic hardware finishes not available in the standard Hunter Douglas lineup. Alustra is designed for homeowners and architects who want artisan-quality materials and minimalist hardware in a single, cohesive window treatment system.
How is the Alustra Architectural Roller different from a standard roller shade?
The Alustra Architectural Roller uses a dual-layered roller system with contoured battens that eliminate exposed cords and stacking fabric at the window. Unlike standard roller shades that roll from the back, the Architectural Roller uses a front-rolling system that keeps the fabric flush against the glass for a cleaner sightline. Metallic hardware finishes and a precision cassette headrail give the shade an architectural-grade appearance. The kickback privacy feature prevents the bottom rail from swinging away from the glass, maintaining a tight seal against light gaps.
Can Alustra shades be motorized with PowerView in my Marin County home?
Yes. All three Alustra configurations are compatible with Hunter Douglas PowerView Gen 3 motorization. PowerView allows you to control the shades via smartphone app, voice assistant (Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit), or remote control. You can program automated schedules to raise and lower the shades based on time of day or sunrise and sunset. Motorization is especially practical for large or hard-to-reach windows. Bay Blinds installs both battery-powered and hardwired PowerView systems for Alustra products across Marin County.
What operating systems are available for the Alustra Collection?
The Alustra Collection supports multiple Hunter Douglas operating systems depending on configuration. Options include PowerView Gen 3 motorization, LiteRise cordless, UltraGlide retractable cord, SoftTouch motorized wand, and EasyRise continuous-loop cord. PowerView is the most popular choice for whole-home automation and smart home integration. LiteRise is ideal for homeowners who prefer a simple cordless lift without batteries. All operating systems meet current ANSI/WCMA child safety standards, and Bay Blinds will recommend the best system for your specific window layout.
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