Chester, Nova Scotia is known for its stunning coastal beauty, charming architecture, and homes that blend traditional Maritime character with modern luxury. This brand-new custom-built home in Chester is a perfect example — soaring high ceilings, an open-concept kitchen flowing into a sun-drenched breakfast nook, and oversized windows designed to frame the surrounding natural landscape. For a home this beautifully crafted, the window treatments needed to be equally refined. We installed motorized roller shades throughout the main living areas, using two distinct fabric types tailored to the function of each room. Blackout Roller Shades for the Kitchen The kitchen received full blackout motorized roller shades. While kitchens aren't traditionally the first room people associate with blackout fabric, this home's kitchen features large west-facing windows that catch intense afternoon sun. Without shading, the direct glare makes meal prep uncomfortable, heats up the countertops, and can fade cabinetry and finishes over time. The blackout fabric eliminates 100% of incoming light when lowered, providing complete glare control during the brightest hours of the day. When the sun moves on or the homeowner wants to enjoy the view, a single tap on the remote raises the shade and the kitchen floods with natural light again. Solar Roller Shades for the Breakfast Nook The breakfast nook si…