Meet Phil D. Skikos: Sonoma County's Window Treatment Authority
Phil D. Skikos is the owner at Discount Best Blinds and Shutters in Santa Rosa, CA. A Hunter Douglas Authorized Dealer Certified Integrator, and WCMA Safety Certified professional, he specializes in architectural glass wall solutions, historic preservation window treatments, and smart home motorization for luxury estates throughout Sonoma and Marin Counties.
Why Is Phil D. Skikos Sonoma County's Leading Window Treatment Designer?
Phil D. Skikos founded Discount Best Blinds and Shuttersto deliver architect-grade window treatment design and installation to Sonoma County's most distinguished properties. He holds certifications from Hunter Douglas, Lutron, and the Window Covering Manufacturers Association, and specializes in motorized shade systems for modern glass-wall estates and period-accurate treatments for historic homes.
Based at 2790 Santa Rosa Ave in Santa Rosa, Phil provides complimentary in-home and on-site consultations throughout Sonoma and Marin Counties. He brings full-size fabric samples to every appointment, takes laser-accurate measurements, and performs UV exposure assessments for rooms with valuable artwork, wine collections, and designer furnishings. His approach combines technical precision with design sensibility, ensuring that every window treatment installation functions as an integral architectural element rather than an afterthought.
Hunter Douglas Authorized Dealer
Certified to specify, measure, and install the complete Hunter Douglas luxury product line, including Duette, Silhouette, Pirouette, Luminette, and Vignette collections. Factory-trained on whisper-quiet motorized drives, RadioRA 3, and Caseta systems for whole-home motorized shade integration with Control4, Crestron, and Savant.
Diamond Certified (4.7/5, 250 verified surveys)
Rated Highest in Quality among window treatment companies in Sonoma County by Diamond Certified, based on 250 verified customer surveys with a 4.7 out of 5 rating.
BBB Accredited A+ since 1994
Better Business Bureau accredited with an A+ rating since 1994. All installations comply with ANSI/WCMA A100.1-2022 child safety standards, including cordless lift systems, motorized operation, and retractable cord designs.
What Does Phil D. Skikos Specialize In?
Architectural Glass Wall Solutions
Custom motorized shade systems for floor-to-ceiling windows with invisible recessed headrail pockets, serving modern estates in Healdsburg's Mill District and throughout Sonoma County.
Historic Preservation Treatments
Period-accurate plantation shutters and custom drapery for Victorian, Queen Anne, and Craftsman homes, including Healdsburg's Johnson Street Historic District and Petaluma's River District.
Lutron Palladiom and PowerView
Factory-certified integration of PowerView Gen 3 motorization with Apple HomeKit, Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Control4, Crestron, and Savant smart home systems.
UV Protection for Art and Wine
Specialized UV protection systems that block up to 99% of harmful rays, preserving fine art, hardwood flooring, wine collections, and designer furnishings in Dry Creek Valley estates.
Which Premium Brands Does Phil D. Skikos Represent?
Phil D. Skikos is an authorized dealer and certified integrator for three of the world's leading window treatment manufacturers: Hunter Douglas, and Hartmann and Forbes. These partnerships ensure access to the full range of luxury products, factory training, and manufacturer-backed warranties for every installation.
Hunter Douglas
Authorized Dealer
Full access to the Hunter Douglas luxury collection including Duette Honeycomb Shades, Silhouette Window Shadings, Pirouette and Luminette sheers, Vignette Modern Roman Shades, and PowerView Gen 3 motorization. Every product is backed by the Hunter Douglas manufacturer warranty and installed by Phil's certified team.
Hartmann and Forbes
Authorized Dealer
Authorized to specify and install Hartmann and Forbes hand-woven natural fiber shades, crafted from sustainable materials including bamboo, jute, and abaca. These artisan treatments are favored by Sonoma County architects and interior designers for wine country estates that demand organic textures and environmentally conscious materials.
Where Does Phil D. Skikos Provide Window Treatment Consultations?
Phil D. Skikos delivers complimentary in-home and on-site window treatment consultations across Sonoma and Marin Counties. From his base in Santa Rosa, Phil serves luxury estates, historic homes, and commercial properties throughout the following communities.
Windsor
Home base at 2790 Santa Rosa Ave, Ste 100-B.
Healdsburg
Mill District, Dry Creek Valley, and Johnson Street Historic District.
Santa Rosa
Fountaingrove, Bennett Valley, and all Santa Rosa neighborhoods.
Petaluma
River District and Oakhill Brewster heritage homes.
Novato
Pacheco Valle and Marin Country Club luxury properties.
Sonoma County
Countywide coverage including Sebastopol and Rohnert Park.
What Do Clients Ask About Phil D. Skikos?
What are Phil D. Skikos's professional credentials?
Phil D. Skikos holds three industry certifications: Hunter Douglas Authorized Dealer, Hunter Douglas Authorized Dealer for Palladiom and RadioRA 3 systems, and WCMA Safety Certification ensuring all installations comply with ANSI/WCMA A100.1-2022 child safety standards. He is also affiliated with the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) and has completed advanced training in architectural glass wall solutions and historic preservation window treatments.
What areas does Phil D. Skikos serve for window treatment consultations?
Phil D. Skikos provides complimentary in-home and on-site window treatment consultations throughout Sonoma and Marin Counties. His primary service areas include Santa Rosa, Windsor, Healdsburg, Petaluma, Sebastopol, Rohnert Park, and Novato. He specializes in luxury estates in Healdsburg's Mill District, Dry Creek Valley, and Johnson Street Historic District, as well as Fountaingrove and Bennett Valley in Santa Rosa.
What types of window treatment projects does Phil D. Skikos specialize in?
Phil D. Skikos specializes in four areas: architectural glass wall solutions for floor-to-ceiling windows in modern estates, historic preservation window treatments for Victorian and Craftsman homes, Lutron Palladiom and PowerView motorization for smart home integration, and UV protection systems for fine art and wine collections. He works directly with architects, builders, and interior designers on new construction and renovation projects throughout Sonoma County.
How does Phil D. Skikos's consultation process work?
Every project begins with a complimentary in-home or on-site consultation where Phil brings full-size fabric samples to evaluate in your home's natural lighting. He takes laser-accurate measurements of every window, performs a UV exposure assessment for rooms with valuable furnishings or artwork, and provides a detailed proposal with product recommendations tailored to your architecture, lifestyle, and budget. For new construction, he coordinates directly with your architect and builder during the design phase.
Which Products and Solutions Can You Explore?
Cellular and Honeycomb Shades
Energy-efficient shades with R-values up to 7.0 for vineyard estates.
Plantation Shutters
Custom-templated shutters for historic and modern Sonoma County homes.
Silhouette Window Shadings
Signature Hunter Douglas shadings for view preservation.
Hartmann and Forbes
Hand-woven natural fiber shades for luxury wine country estates.
Smart Home Automation
PowerView motorization with voice control integration.
Energy Efficiency
Thermal insulation and UV protection for wine country interiors.
UV Protection
Preserve fine art, flooring, and wine collections from sun damage.
Architectural Glass Solutions
Floor-to-ceiling motorized treatments with invisible recessed mounting.
Book a Consultation with Phil D. Skikos
Experience the difference of working with Sonoma County's leading window treatment authority. Phil D. Skikos delivers the full Hunter Douglas and Hartmann and Forbes luxury collections to your home or office for a complimentary design consultation. See materials in your own lighting, receive expert recommendations for your architecture, and get a detailed proposal with no obligation.