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Motorized Tracks
The motorized track is the substrate of every silent, integrated motorized drapery program. The studio specifies Lutron Sivoia, Somfy Sonesse, and Crestron systems on recessed ceiling track — engineered for hardwired DC operation, sub-40 dB acoustics, and the long mechanical life a luxury residence requires.
Why Choose Motorized Tracks
Why Choose This Style
Recessed ceiling track is specified before drywall, never after. Surface-mounted track on a finished ceiling reads as an afterthought.
Track length, motor torque, and stack depth are sized for the panel weight, lining, and span.
Programming is handled by the home's lighting integrator and reconciled with morning, afternoon, evening, and away scenes.
Best Applications
Where Motorized Tracks Drapery Belongs
Room Types
- Every residential and commercial project the studio accepts
Ceiling Heights
- All ceiling heights
Architecture
- Every architectural style — the discipline is universal
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is motorized track only for ripple fold?
- No. French pleat, Euro pleat, and tailored panel drapery all motorize cleanly on the right track and carrier specification.
- Can motorized track be retrofitted?
- Yes, but with caveats — ceiling access for low-voltage runs is the limiting factor on most retrofits.
- How quiet is motorized track?
- 32–38 dB at one meter on a properly specified hardwired DC system. Quieter than ambient room noise.
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