{"title":"Awnings","description":"\u003cp\u003eRetractable awnings create shade for terraces, balconies and outdoor seating areas. They help reduce direct sunlight and glare where people sit, dine or work, while allowing the space above to open up when the fabric is retracted. Eosdesign offers made-to-measure awnings for private homes, hospitality spaces and architectural projects in Italy and internationally.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eShade for everyday outdoor comfort\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe useful shaded area depends on the direction of the sun, the projection of the awning and its mounting height. A terrace used for lunch has different shading needs from a west-facing balcony used in the late afternoon. We consider the position of tables, seating and glazed doors alongside the dimensions of the space, so the awning can be specified around how the area is used.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFolding arms and retractable fabric\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFolding-arm awnings extend the fabric away from the façade without front support posts. When the awning closes, the arms fold back and the fabric winds onto the roller. Cassette, semi-cassette and open-roller configurations provide different approaches to protecting the fabric and integrating the system with the building. The available configuration depends on the selected model and the fixing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMaterials and operation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFabric colour, texture and solar performance should be considered together. Frame finishes can coordinate with windows and façade details, while manual or motorised operation can be selected according to the model. Compatible sensors and controls can support daily use. Dimensions, wind exposure and the condition of the mounting surface must be assessed before confirming a system.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"flex-pratic-retractable-awning","title":"Flex – Retractable Awning","description":"\u003cp\u003eFlex by Pratic is a family of retractable folding-arm awnings for balconies, terraces and outdoor dining areas. Its extending fabric canopy provides shade without front support posts, leaving the area underneath open for seating and circulation. Manual or motorised operation allows the shaded space to change during the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRetractable shade for outdoor comfort\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith Flex, the fabric extends over the area you want to use and retracts when an open view of the sky is preferred. The front valance completes the fabric edge and adds screening along the leading side of the canopy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe useful shaded area depends on the width, projection and direction of sunlight. For a dining terrace, the starting point may be the position of the table; for a balcony, it may be a seating area close to the glazed doors. Flex offers different configurations for these requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Flex range\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe family includes Flex 300, Flex 375 and Flex Box. Their dimensions and cassette configuration differ, so the version should be specified alongside the desired coverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlex 300:\u003c\/strong\u003e maximum width 1,180 cm and maximum projection 300 cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlex 375:\u003c\/strong\u003e maximum width 1,180 cm and maximum projection 375 cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlex Box:\u003c\/strong\u003e aluminium cassette, maximum width 710 cm and maximum projection 250 cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are the range limits of each model. Available combinations of width and projection are confirmed for the selected configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFlexcontrol and operating options\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe folding arms incorporate Pratic's Flexcontrol system. An elastic element absorbs wind-induced stress within the arm mechanism. Flex is available with manual or motorised operation; compatible controls and weather sensors can be considered for the chosen version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlex 300 and Flex 375 can be specified with a protective hood, while Flex Box has an aluminium cassette. The choice affects the appearance of the awning when retracted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFabrics, colours and specification\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFabric and frame finishes can be selected around the surrounding architecture. Consider the colour of the façade, the tone of outdoor furniture and the quality of light you want beneath the canopy. Textile compatibility and control options are reviewed for the individual model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEosdesign supports private clients, architects and professional buyers in Italy and internationally. Send us the required width, preferred projection, number of awnings and project location to discuss the Flex configuration and receive a quotation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/awnings\"\u003eExplore the Awnings collection\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"#eos-inquiry\"\u003erequest information about Flex\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pratic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67932242149654,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0873\/3415\/8614\/files\/Tenda_Flex_pratic_domotea_01_50d1ef52-205f-4330-b706-ccabf8cf8ed3.jpg?v=1794207675"},{"product_id":"t-hide-pratic-motorised-awning","title":"T-Hide – Motorised Cassette Awning","description":"\u003cp\u003eT-Hide by Pratic is a motorised folding-arm awning with an aluminium cassette. Designed for generous outdoor spaces, it combines a retractable fabric canopy with the option of a motorised front valance. Integrated dimmable LED lighting can extend the use of the terrace into the evening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA cassette awning for large outdoor areas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eT-Hide reaches a maximum width of 700 cm and a maximum projection of 400 cm. Its folding arms extend the canopy over dining tables, lounge seating and open terraces, leaving the area beneath free from front support posts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen retracted, the fabric is sheltered inside the aluminium cassette. The closed profile gives the awning a compact, defined outline, making it a consideration for projects where the appearance of the shading system matters both open and closed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAdditional shade from the front valance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe retractable motorised valance is contained within the front bar. Lowering this additional screen helps intercept sunlight arriving at a lower angle, when the main canopy alone may provide less cover. It can also introduce a degree of visual screening along the front of the shaded space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe valance is an option to specify with the awning. The choice of fabric influences the balance between screening and outward visibility, so the material should reflect how the space will be used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMotorised operation and evening lighting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eT-Hide is motor operated. Compatible remote controls and home automation systems can manage the awning functions, depending on the selected equipment. Control compatibility is confirmed as part of the product specification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimmable LED lighting can be integrated into the front bar or cassette. It provides a lighting option for evening meals and outdoor seating. The available lighting configuration and controls are selected for the project.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFabrics and finishes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe aluminium frame and fabric can be coordinated with the architecture and outdoor furnishings. Different textiles produce different levels of light filtering and visual screening. Comparing samples is useful when choosing how the canopy will look from the rooms behind it as well as from the terrace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct type:\u003c\/strong\u003e motorised retractable cassette awning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 700 cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum projection:\u003c\/strong\u003e 400 cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptions:\u003c\/strong\u003e motorised front valance, dimmable LED lighting and compatible automation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEosdesign provides product advice and quotations for residential, hospitality and architectural projects in Italy and abroad. Tell us the required dimensions, preferred finish and whether you would like a valance or lighting, so we can review a suitable T-Hide configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/awnings\"\u003eExplore the Awnings collection\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"#eos-inquiry\"\u003erequest information about T-Hide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pratic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67932245295382,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0873\/3415\/8614\/files\/Hero-Image_T-HIDE_Desktop-1.webp?v=1794207684"},{"product_id":"ellisse-pratic-cassette-awning","title":"Ellisse – Full-Cassette Awning","description":"\u003cp\u003eEllisse by Pratic is a retractable folding-arm awning defined by its elliptical aluminium cassette. The full-cassette design encloses the fabric and folded structure when the awning is closed. When extended, the canopy creates shade for balconies, terraces and outdoor seating areas without front support posts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe elliptical cassette\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shape of the cassette gives Ellisse its name and its recognisable profile. Its rounded outline offers a softer alternative to square-edged awning housings. With the fabric gathered inside, the closed awning reads as a compact element along the building.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cassette also shelters the rolled fabric between uses. This makes the closed configuration part of the product's everyday function, rather than something to consider only when the canopy is extended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMade-to-measure shade\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEllisse is available in widths from 178 to 540 cm, with projections from 150 to 300 cm. These dimensions cover a range of residential and professional outdoor spaces, from a balcony seating area to a terrace outside a café or restaurant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWidth and projection should be considered together with the direction of sunlight and the location of the furniture. The maximum range dimensions describe the model's limits; the available combination is confirmed for the requested configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eManual or motorised operation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe folding arms can be operated manually or by motor. Motorised configurations can be considered where remote operation is preferred, with compatible controls selected alongside the awning. The opening can be adjusted to provide the degree of coverage required at a particular time of day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRetracting the canopy restores the open space above the seating area. This flexibility is useful on terraces that alternate between direct sunlight and shade, rather than requiring a permanent overhead cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFabric and frame colours\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEllisse offers a choice of fabrics and frame finishes. The textile determines much of the appearance of the extended canopy, while the cassette colour remains visible when the awning is closed. Considering both together helps coordinate the shading with doors, windows and outdoor furnishings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFabric samples can be compared with the surrounding materials to assess colour and texture. The selected textile, motor and control equipment are confirmed for the individual product specification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct type:\u003c\/strong\u003e full-cassette folding-arm awning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCassette:\u003c\/strong\u003e elliptical aluminium box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 178–540 cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProjection range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 150–300 cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperation:\u003c\/strong\u003e manual or motorised.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEosdesign works with private clients, architects and professional buyers on projects in Italy and internationally. Send the desired width and projection, quantity, preferred fabric colour and project location to discuss Ellisse and request a quotation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/awnings\"\u003eExplore the Awnings collection\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"#eos-inquiry\"\u003erequest information about Ellisse\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pratic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67932251291926,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0873\/3415\/8614\/files\/Tenda_Ellisse_pratic_domotea_01_7bc68e77-a397-4ea4-a8c3-a3932fc1a9d3.jpg?v=1794207690"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0873\/3415\/8614\/collections\/inca-ke-tenda-incasso-villa-piscina-domotea.webp?v=1794206891","url":"https:\/\/eosdesign.it\/collections\/awnings.oembed","provider":"EOSDESIGN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}