Shadows and dappled light can help to make an outdoor area more inviting, particularly on a hot sunny day. Well thought out awning designs and modern fabrics can help to create the balance of a welcoming outdoor area, whilst protecting homeowners from the harshest sun and weather.

Modern fabrics for drop down awnings and blinds offer all the benefits of wind and sun protection, whilst still allowing users to enjoy the view through the semi-transparent woven finish. Manufactured with encapsulated sides to guide and encase the drop down screen fabric edges, these awnings are built to last and offer the best in weather protection.

Acrylic awning fabrics block the burning NZ sun, offering an outdoor refuge from the strongest sun. A wide range of fabric colours and styles gives homeowners a choice of finished looks for their awnings. A contrasting colour or striped fabric, can offer a dramatic finish and some pop in the hot summer weather.

The Chapman-Taylor designed home shown is a great example of a practical awning blending in with the finished look. In winter, when the light is subdued, the awning can be retracted and stored away ready for next summer.