Caribbean BLINDS
Case Study: Norfolk (Burnham Market)
(Cuba Awning)
External shading specialists Caribbean Blinds delivered a sleek and highly effective solar shading solution to complement a countryside garden setting in Burnham Market, Norfolk. This seamless addition to a newly built extension proves that a modern contemporary awning can be key in helping to regulate internal temperatures whilst adding valuable shade and shelter to the outdoor space.
When was the project started/completed?
After receiving an initial customer enquiry in June, Caribbean Blinds carried out a detailed site survey and consultation to discuss and ascertain the requirements with a fully detailed quotation and drawings provided post survey on the agreed specification solution. The order was placed less than two weeks later, and the team got to work designing and manufacturing the bespoke Cuba Awning which was then expertly installed during the height of summer in mid-July.
What was the original customer brief?
Although the client’s recently built open-plan extension (including large bi-fold doors) created a feeling of endless space and successfully blurred the boundaries between inside and out, excessive solar heat gain meant their huge new living space was proving to be uncomfortable at times.
Because of this, the client required a quick and effective solution that would provide effective cooling shade to their indoor space, along with essential UV protection to prevent fixtures from bleaching whilst still maintaining the view out onto the garden of their countryside property.
A friend of the client had previously had Caribbean Blinds awnings installed onto their own property for the same purpose and had been delighted with the end result – a naturally cooled indoor space without their panoramic views blocked. On this recommendation, the client reached out.
Stuart Dantzic, Managing Director of Caribbean Blinds, explained: “After carrying out a detailed site survey and consultation, the client chose the Cuba Awning in Anthracite Grey to seamlessly match the bi-fold doors and appear fully integrated with the property.
“The modern, contemporary style of the Cuba Awning coupled with the strongest quadruple cable tensioned folding arms means it can easily withstand the sudden gusts of wind and breezy conditions that are commonly experienced in this countryside setting. Due to the single storey nature of this part of the property, the awning was specified on load bearing spreader plates to ensure a safe attachment to the façade.
“As a result, the client now has a dual purpose extension that they can comfortably enjoy on even the hottest of summer days, both inside and out, with the added bonus of an obstructed view and extra privacy from any nosey neighbours. The awning is unobtrusive when retracted and protects the interiors/furniture from bleaching by the sun, as well as preventing any glare on the TV screen.”
Taking less than a day to install with minimum fuss and maximum attention to detail (followed by a full demonstration and run through on how to operate the awning) the Caribbean Blinds team successfully met the client’s brief and transformed a major focus of the property to allow for comfortable, enjoyable living all year round, all whilst ensuring the overall design was in keeping with the modern look of the property.
Caribbean Blinds’ retractable awnings provide instant shade and shelter, offering full protection from the elements and resulting in the ultimate al-fresco living space. Compatible with both single and two-storey façades and with the ability to design and build bespoke brackets, they have been designed with every application, requirement and budget in mind.
For more information visit https://www.cbsolarshading.co.uk/
