PREMIUM SUN PROTECTION
More than simple shade.
If you are looking for awnings, you usually want more than simple shade. You want an awning that looks refined against the house, works smoothly day to day, and gives you a more comfortable way to use the patio, terrace or balcony. Our patio-awning range is built around exactly that, with made-to-measure systems with a host of stunning colours and fabric designs.
At Glass House Architecture we help homeowners choose and install selected awnings as part of a wider outdoor living approach: stylish shade, privacy, weather protection, durable fabrics, integrated lighting and heating, and a design tailored to the property. It is the same high-end result, whether you want a wall mounted awning for your terrace or a roof mounted awning for your conservatory or veranda.
Shade when you want it, and the sunlight back when you don't.
WHY AN AWNING
Why homeowners choose a luxury awning
An awning is the elegant, proportionate answer when your priority is shade and comfort, it is the best way to reflect the heat of the sun.
Retractable shade
Shade when you want it, and the light back when you don't.
Electric operation
Motorised controls as standard, with manual options depending on the setup.
Tidy when closed
Full-cassette designs retract the fabric and arms into an enclosed housing for a discreet finish.
Comfort upgrades
Integrated LED lighting, heating and side screens to extend the season.
Weather automation
Optional sensors extend or retract the awning with the sun, rain or wind.
Made to measure
Manufactured to the millimetre and available up to 5.5m wide.
Specification
What you can choose across our awning range
Every awning is planned for its location and finish, rather than offered in one standard size.
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Options for your terrace or veranda
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Integrated LED lighting
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Made to measure
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Infrared heating for cooler evenings
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Choice of projection to suit the patio
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Side screens for wind and privacy
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Choice of stunning fabrics
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Fully motorised WiFi operation
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Wide RAL colour range for frames
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Sun, rain and wind sensors
Retractable Awnings
Our folding arm range offers a choice of designs to suit your requirements. Be it a classic look, or a refined minimal style, and for large or small areas. Every awning is made to measure, with cassette housings that protect the fabric when retracted and a choice of over 150 stunning fabrics in all colours and patterns. Sun, wind, and rain sensors extend or retract the awning automatically, so the patio looks after itself.
Vertical Awnings
Vertical awnings drop a taut textile screen across windows and patio doors, or the open sides of patio roofs, cutting glare and low sun without blocking the view. The slim cassette stays discreet even at widths up to six metres, in round or square profiles to suit the architecture. For side-on privacy and wind protection at seating height, the
pull-out side awning completes the range.
Conservatory Awnings
“Two approaches to shading glass roofs: an under the glass awning, sheltered from the weather, with taut fabric and optional integrated LED lighting; or an over the glass awning, intercepting the sun before it ever heats the glass. Both keep conservatories and glass rooms comfortable through summer while letting soft, glare-free light through, using weather sensing technology.
AWNINGS GALLERY
A look at our awning installations
AUTOMATIC WEATHER CONTROL
An awning that watches the sky for you.
South and west-facing patios heat up fast, and you cannot always be there to extend the shade in time. Weather sensors handle it for you. A sun sensor extends the awning when the light reaches a set intensity; wind and rain sensors retract it again the moment conditions turn. A dedicated product protection sensor goes further still, pulling the awning in when it detects vibration from gusts. Depending on the version, sensors run from a power connection, battery or solar cell.
At Glass House Architecture we specify weather sensors as part of the awning design rather than an afterthought, matched to the aspect and exposure of your patio. The result is shade that appears when the sun demands it and an awning that protects itself in rough weather — whether you are home or not. It is one of the details that separates a properly planned Weinor installation from an off-the-shelf one.
The shade arrives before you think to ask for it.
AWNINGS GALLERY
A look at our awning installations
Choice of beautiful fabrics
Built-in LED Lighting
Infra-red heating
Wifi Control
In their words
Trusted on the homes that matter most
At Glass House Architecture we design and build high-end glass extensions, hardwood orangeries and luxury conservatories. Every structure is made to order, engineered for your property and finished to an exacting standard using premium materials.
From a winter garden on a contemporary home to a traditional orangery on a listed building, each project is managed from first sketch to final detail by people who understand design and structure in equal measure.
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EXPERTS IN DESIGN since
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RATED FIVE STARS
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SATisfaction guarantee
We experienced a first class service from Glass House Architecture, who have designed, developed and installed a beautiful crittall style glass link, from our main house to a converted outbuilding.
Clive Wain
The customer service, expertise, and quality of product are all incredible. I couldn’t recommend Glasshouse Architecture more highly, a genuine credit to their industry.
Ben Milhench
We had a significant protect designed, completed superbly, on time and on budget by Mark and his team. The team were clean tidy and cooperative at all times.
John Holland
From the initial enquiry through to ordering, the service was professional and straightforward. Mark was particularly helpful throughout, always courteous, open, honest and friendly, and easy to deal with.
Mark Smith
We’re absolutely delighted with our new pergola, it has completely transformed our garden. It's sleek and modern, and the glass panels make the space feel open and bright while still providing excellent shelter from wind and rain.
Gregory Stackhouse
Glasshouse Architectures supplied me with an excellent garden extension on my semi detached house and made an amazing conservatory and outdoor space for me! Honestly so happy with the service they provided.
Tracey Reed
Great company I found when using them. They made a new conservatory for me as well as other features for my house and I am pleased with the works completed. Staff was lovely too.
Frances Cunningham
I have just come back to this company for the 5th project. I have to say their experience, guidance and incredible alignment I find each and every time we work together is so consistent. Thank you again guys for a wonderfully curated final result.
Nicky Emlick
THE patio COLLECTION
Need something more structural?
An awning is the right call when you want shade and comfort. If you need a fixed roof or a more enclosed space, we can accommodate you with a patio roof, fully enclosed glass room, or luxury conservatory.
Luxury Conservatory
A bright, elegant outdoor room. Fully customisable, designed and built to suit.
FAQ
Awning questions, answered
A few of the things homeowners ask us most often. Anything else, just ask.
What is an awning?
An awning is a made-to-measure patio awning from our sun-protection range, available in open, semi-cassette and full-cassette designs for patios and balconies.
Are awnings made to measure?
Yes. Patio awnings are planned for the intended location rather than offered in one standard size, with exact width and projection choices.
Can an awning be motorised?
Yes. All semi and full-cassette awnings can be electrically operated. Depending on the setup, an awning can be operated manually or electrically.
Can you use an awning in the rain?
Patio awnings are primarily sun protection. The advice is to retract them in rain, then reopen afterwards so any damp fabric can dry. We can fit weather sensors to retract the awning automatically in rain or wind.
What's the difference between open, semi and full-cassette awnings?
The main difference is how enclosed and protected the awning is when retracted. A full-cassette design fully encloses the fabric and arms for the neatest, most protected finish.
BEGIN Your project
Start planning your awning
Tell us a little about your home and we will be in touch to arrange your design consultation, at the showroom or at your property.
Prefer to talk?
Call us on 0113 518 3766
or email us at info@glasshousearchitecture.co.uk