The Role of Smart Home in the Sunshade Market

Smart home is rapidly evolving within residential construction. This has a direct impact on how sun shading is applied. Where sun shading was previously a standalone product, it is now increasingly included as part of the overall design of a home or project. Not as an extra, but as a functional component within the whole. This changes the way choices are made for manufacturers, dealers, and installers.

From standalone application to integration

The technical requirements for sun shading largely remain the same. Reliability and lifespan continue to be essential. At the same time, a new layer is added: the extent to which a product can connect with other systems in the home. Think of connections with lighting, climate control, or central operation via één interface. This requires motors that not only do what they need to do but are also easy to integrate into broader applications.

One standard, fewer dependencies

With the rise of Matter, there is a clear movement towards standardization. In practice, this means less dependency on brand-specific systems. Sun shading can be directly connected to existing platforms without extra steps or additional hardware. This makes the work more straightforward for installers and lowers the threshold for application within projects.

Installation and scalability become decisive

In daily practice, the focus is increasingly shifting towards installation and management. How quickly can a system be installed? How easy is it to connect? And how scalable is it within larger projects? It is precisely in these areas where the difference is made. Simplicity in installation not only saves time but also reduces errors and lowers service costs. This is directly noticeable on the work floor.

From control to automation

The way sun shading is used is changing. Where control was previously central, this is shifting to automation. Sun shading responds to conditions such as light and temperature and becomes part of a broader system within the home. This also changes the role of the motor. Not just driving, but part of a whole that is continuously in motion.

The role of BREL

Within this development, BREL focuses on practical applicability. With Matter integration, motors can be directly connected to existing platforms. This makes implementation simpler and prevents extra steps during installation.

The focus is on:

• Directly connected

• Less installation time

• Completely wireless where necessary

• Prepared for maintenance

This makes the system not only suitable for individual applications but also for larger projects.

What does this mean for the market?

The sun shading market is evolving towards integration and standardization. This requires different choices, both in product development and application. For professionals, this mainly means that the role of sun shading becomes broader. Not as a standalone product, but as part of a system that centrally controls comfort and use. The parties that respond to this will make the difference in the coming years.