by Terry Coffey | Jun 27, 2017 | Architecture/Green Building, Draper Updates, Home Theatre, Houses of Worship, International Update, Pro AV Integration, Solar Control & Window Shades
Despite all the positives of natural daylighting, glare can be a huge problem. According to the Whole Building Design Guide, published by the National Institute of Building Science, “The science of daylighting design is not just how to provide enough daylight to an...
by Penny Sitler | Jun 14, 2017 | Architecture/Green Building, Draper Updates, Gym Equipment, Home Theatre, Houses of Worship, International Update, Pro AV Integration, Rental & Staging, Screen Technology, Solar Control & Window Shades
Today is a special day in Draper history. We are unveiling a new look, a new logo, and a heightened focus on innovation. Draper’s rebranding marks a growing initiative to clarify the company’s mission, services and goals, simplify a business approach and to refresh...
by Terry Coffey | Jun 9, 2017 | Draper Updates, Home Theatre, Pro AV Integration, Solar Control & Window Shades
Last year, lithium-ion batteries hit the news when Samsung recalled some portable devices after battery flaws caused fires. Now lithium batteries are making news in the window coverings industry. A Draper competitor recently recalled lithium batteries used in their...
by Terry Coffey | May 30, 2017 | Draper Updates, Home Theatre, Pro AV Integration, Solar Control & Window Shades
The “smart home” is a huge trend in residential construction. Homebuyers want the various devices in their houses to be connected and communicate with one another. They want to be able to remotely control appliances, lights, media devices, camera systems, and HVAC,...
by Terry Coffey | May 26, 2017 | Architecture/Green Building, Draper Updates, Solar Control & Window Shades
What makes better window shades: fiberglass or polyester? This question is getting a lot more attention as companies that sell mainly shades with polyester fabric are trying to push the narrative that fiberglass is inferior. That narrative is false. Each fabric has...
by Terry Coffey | May 12, 2017 | Architecture/Green Building, Draper Updates, Solar Control & Window Shades
Bringing nature into the built environment goes beyond just a design trend. It satisfies an inherent human inclination to connect with nature. That inclination is called biophilia, and it’s the inspiration behind biophilic design, which uses natural light, nature...