The Shades Under the Sun Story
Shades Under the Sun was built around a simple idea: choosing window treatments should feel personal, thoughtful, and enjoyable.
As a female-owned and operated business, we take pride in getting to know our clients, understanding how they live in their homes, and helping them find window treatments that balance beauty and function.
From the first conversation to professional measuring and installation, we believe in providing personalized guidance, attention to detail, and service you can feel good about.
Meet the People Behind Shades Under the Sun
We're here to make the process of choosing window treatments easier, more personal, and more enjoyable.
With a passion for beautiful interiors and personalized service, Maria loves helping homeowners find window treatments that make their spaces feel more comfortable, functional, and complete. From selecting the right style and fabric to coordinating the details of each installation, she enjoys being involved throughout the process and creating an experience tailored to every client.
Maria Linggi
Owner / Window Treatment Specialist
With decades of experience installing and repairing Hunter Douglas window treatments, Gary efficiently diagnoses any issues that may arise with your products. From flexible scheduling to prompt repairs, he ensures that each client is left with a refreshed and functioning product each and every time.
Gary Pelow
Repair Technician
What We Believe
We believe thoughtful communication, attention to detail, and professional installation are just as important as the products themselves.
Service Makes the Difference
We take the time to understand your windows and recommend solutions specifically suited to your space.
Every Window Is Different
Beautiful window treatments should also provide the light control, privacy, comfort, and convenience you need.
Function Matters
Your window treatments should reflect your home, your style, and the way you live.
Design Should Feel Personal
A Better Way to Choose Window Treatments
With so many styles, fabrics, colors, operating systems, and options available, choosing window treatments can feel overwhelming. That's where we come in.
We take the time to understand what you're looking for and guide you toward solutions that make sense for your home—not simply what's popular or what looks good in a showroom.
Listen
We start by understanding your goals, preferences, and the way you use your space.
Guide
We help you navigate products, fabrics, colors, light control, privacy, and operating options.
Deliver
We coordinate professional measuring and installation to bring your selections together beautifully.
Beautiful Products. Thoughtful Solutions.
We offer a wide selection of Hunter Douglas window treatments designed to complement different architectural styles, functional needs, and budgets.
Roller, cellular, Roman, woven wood, banded, sheers, and more.
Shades
Timeless shutters designed for beauty, privacy, and light control.
Shutters
Wood, metal, and vertical blind options for a variety of spaces.
Blinds
Custom outdoor shades designed for more comfortable exterior living.
Outdoor
Convenient automated control for shades throughout your home.
Motorization
Unique window treatment options for distinctive spaces and design needs.
Special Solutions
Designed for Arizona Living
Living in Arizona comes with plenty of sunshine, beautiful views, and a unique relationship between indoor and outdoor spaces. We help homeowners choose window treatments that work with those conditions while complementing the design of their homes.
Manage bright sunlight and glare while maintaining the atmosphere of your home.
Arizona Sunlight
Create comfortable spaces while controlling visibility and natural light.
Privacy & Comfort
Find solutions for large windows, sliding doors, patios, and outdoor living areas.
Indoor-Outdoor Living
From Consultation to Installation
Our Service
We take care of you from beginning to end, and beyond.
01 —
We'll learn about your home, style, and window treatment goals.
Consultation
02 —
Compare fabrics, colors, opacity levels, and operating systems.
Design
03 —
We carefully measure your windows for a precise custom fit.
Measure
04 —
Your finished shades are professionally installed and checked for proper operation.
Installation
What Our Clients Are Saying
We’re glad to be trusted by homeowners throughout Arizona for beautiful products, honest guidance, and professional installation.
Client reviews
- Scottsdale Homeowner
"Maria from Shades Under the Sun provided excellent service. The new shades look great and are an excellent quality addition to our home! Highly recommend!"
- Cave Creek Homeowner
"Shades Under the Sun did an amazing job for us. Both at the boutique and at home. Maria is responsive and an excellent problem solver. Definitely recommend!"
- Cave Creek Homeowner
"We’ve had Hunter Douglas window treatments in all our homes and have always been very happy with them. Maria has been great to work with and we are very pleased with her professionalism and knowledge of their coverings.. We highly recommend Maria’s business, Shades Under the Sun window treatments!"
Let's Create Something Beautiful Together
Whether you're updating one room or transforming the windows throughout your home, we're here to help you find a solution that feels just right.
Ready to get started?
Cave Creek • Carefree • North Scottsdale • Lake Havasu City • Surrounding communities
Serving homeowners throughout Arizona
