Your Bay Area Custom Window Shade Studio

OrangePiel is headquartered in Sausalito, California—right at the northern foot of the Golden Gate Bridge. Our Bay Area location means local clients get something that national shade companies can't offer: in-person design consultations, hands-on fabric selection, on-site window measurements, and professional installation by our own team—not a subcontractor.

Why Local Matters for Custom Window Treatments

Custom printed window shades are not a one-size-fits-all product. Getting the best results requires:

• Accurate measurements: Our team measures your windows in person, accounting for frame depth, obstructions, and mounting options that remote measurements can miss
• In-person fabric evaluation: See and feel actual fabric samples in your space, under your specific lighting conditions
• Design collaboration: Meet with our design team face-to-face to discuss artwork, colors, and functionality
• Professional installation: Our trained installers handle everything from simple residential shades to complex commercial projects
• Ongoing support: We're a short drive away for adjustments, maintenance, or future projects

Areas We Serve

While we ship custom shades nationwide, our full-service local offering—including in-person consultations and installation—covers:

• Sausalito: Our home base. Walking-distance service for our neighbors.
• San Francisco: All neighborhoods from Pacific Heights to SOMA, the Mission to the Richmond
• Marin County: Mill Valley, Tiburon, Corte Madera, San Rafael, Novato, and surrounding communities
• East Bay: Oakland, Berkeley, Walnut Creek, and surrounding areas
• Peninsula: Palo Alto, Menlo Park, San Mateo, and down to San Jose
• Wine Country: Napa and Sonoma valleys—popular for restaurant and hospitality projects

Bay Area Design Challenges We Understand

Living and working in the Bay Area, we understand the unique window treatment challenges of this region:

• Fog and variable light: San Francisco's microclimates mean a window can go from foggy grey to blazing sun in the same afternoon. We specify fabrics and opacity levels that work across these conditions.
• Historic buildings: Many Bay Area homes and commercial buildings have non-standard window sizes, decorative moldings, and mounting constraints. Our custom approach handles any window, any building age.
• Indoor-outdoor living: Bay Area architecture often features large glass walls and windows that connect interior and exterior spaces. We design printed shades that enhance rather than obstruct these connections.
• Earthquake considerations: Motorized shade installations include secure mounting systems designed for seismic regions.
• Tech-forward homes: The Bay Area leads in smart home adoption. We integrate shades with HomeKit, Google Home, Alexa, and whole-home automation systems common in the region.

Visit Our Sausalito Studio

Schedule an appointment to visit our Sausalito studio where you can:

• Browse fabric samples in a dedicated showroom environment
• See full-scale printed shade examples on display
• Review your project with our design team
• Get a same-day project estimate for most residential and commercial projects

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you offer free in-home consultations in the Bay Area?

Yes. For Bay Area clients, we offer complimentary in-home or on-site design consultations. We bring fabric samples, discuss your design vision, take precise measurements, and provide a detailed quote—all at no cost or obligation.

How long does installation take for a typical Bay Area home?

Most residential installations of 5-10 shades are completed in a single half-day visit. Larger projects or complex motorized installations may require a full day. We schedule installations at your convenience and work cleanly, removing all packaging and debris when we're done.

Do you work with Bay Area interior designers and architects?

Yes—we work regularly with design professionals throughout the Bay Area. We offer trade pricing, participate in specification meetings, provide physical samples for client presentations, and coordinate directly with general contractors for commercial installations.

Can I pick up my shades from your Sausalito location instead of having them shipped?

Yes. Local pickup from our Sausalito studio is available for all orders. This is a popular option for DIY-minded homeowners who want to install shades themselves. We'll walk you through the installation process at pickup.