Shade Systems
Retractable Awnings
Arms clear door swings when extended; fabric choices block UV while allowing some sky view.
Wind sensors integrate where automation is permitted by building rules.
Pergolas and Slats
Adjustable louvres cast shade at low sun angles without sealing heat under solid roofs.
Climbing plants complement slats where roots stay in controlled planters.
Umbrella Strategy
Cantilever arms avoid table clutter; bases hide under planter rings when aesthetics demand.
Replacement canopy fabric is stocked in client files for ten years.
Sail Tensioning
Hypar sails are engineered with turnbuckles accessible for seasonal retension after winter storage.
Anchor points are mapped to structural beams, never thin parapets.
Glare Control
West-facing glass doors receive external blinds spec where interior curtains fail against low sun.
Reflectance from light surfaces is tested at model scale.