Clopay's Avante Garage Door Wins Best of IBS Award for Second Consecutive Year

Clopay's innovative Avante garage door equipped with C-Power enabled Click-to-Conceal Panels has secured the Best of IBS Award at the International Builders' Show for the second consecutive year. This recognition highlights a groundbreaking advancement that is transforming garage door functionality in contemporary residences. The C-Power technology supplies electrical power directly to the moving panels of the garage door, creating an unprecedented platform in the industry that unlocks new possibilities for residential design and functionality.

The inaugural application of this technology, Click-to-Conceal Panels, enables the glass panels of the door to shift seamlessly from transparent to opaque at the press of a wireless remote. This innovation allows homeowners to enjoy natural light and outdoor views when desired while ensuring privacy and security as needed, effectively turning the garage into a versatile living or entertainment space. Victor Weldon, President and CEO of Clopay Corporation, emphasized the significance of this achievement, stating that delivering power directly to panels paves the way for innovations the industry has yet to witness, with Click-to-Conceal Panels representing just the beginning of what's possible.

The award-winning door is featured in the 2026 NAHB New American Home, which was presented during the International Builders' Show and emphasizes the latest advancements in residential construction and design. As a trusted installer of Clopay products, First Choice Garage Doors is positioned to offer these cutting-edge innovations to homeowners, builders, and commercial clients across multiple states. Mariah H., COO of First Choice Garage Doors, noted that Clopay consistently expands the horizons of what garage doors can provide to homeowners, representing a manufacturer at the forefront of both innovation and design.

This technological advancement matters because it represents a fundamental shift in how garage doors function within residential architecture. By integrating power directly into moving panels, Clopay has created a platform that enables future innovations beyond the current Click-to-Conceal application. The implications extend beyond mere convenience to potentially transform garage spaces from utilitarian storage areas to integrated living spaces that can adapt to homeowners' changing needs throughout the day. This award recognition at the International Builders' Show validates the technology's significance within the broader residential construction industry, suggesting that such innovations may become increasingly standard in new home construction and renovations.

The technology's ability to balance natural light with privacy addresses growing homeowner demands for flexible living spaces that can serve multiple purposes. As residential design continues to evolve toward more adaptable environments, innovations like C-Power technology demonstrate how traditional home components can be reimagined to enhance both functionality and aesthetic appeal. The consecutive award wins indicate sustained innovation in a product category that has seen relatively incremental changes in recent decades, potentially signaling a new era of smart home integration for garage doors and other architectural elements.