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MIAMI AWNING COMPANY WINS IFAI 2011 INTERNATIONAL ACHIEVEMENT AWARD FOR INNOVATIVE DESIGN AND SOLUTION WITH LARGE RETRACTING CANOPIES FOR WATERFRONT OUTDOOR RESTAURANT TERRACE

AWARD OF EXCELLENCE  for the Cabana Beach Club Restaurant at the Eden Roc Ranainssance Resort Category:  Retractable Awnings and Canopies 

This is a custom-made innovative retractable canopy solution that transforms outdoor spaces so that at the touch of a button, they are usable all year around.  This is not only a shade solution, but a product that can take the rain and wind.

The innovative design was the perfect solution for the client's terrace restaurant.  This is a beautifully finished retracting canopy that is 70 feet wide with an 18 foot projection that transformed this space that had limited use into one that is now usable throughout the day and year.

Throughout the years, the client had tried various types of tradional retractable awnings and umbrellas, but none of these provided the right solution.  This product provides protection from heat, sun, winds and heavy rains.  It is also contemporary, impressive and aesthetically pleasing.

This project is made entirely of aluminum with an exclusive "Alusteel" finish which makes the framework look like stainless steel.  The aluminum is anodized to give the surface particular resistance to atmospheric agents and abrasion over the duration of time.  The stainless steel components used are AISI 304 which are of the highest quality and have a high corrosion resistance, a very important feature since this project is installed on the oceanfront.  The retracting system is separated into two retracting canopies that open and close with a remote.  This makes it possible for some guests to enjoy the sun and others to enjoy the shade at the same time.  The project has an integrated gutter system that is patented.  It keeps rain from entering the area below.  The fabric is Eclissi, a PVC fabric that is self-extinguishing and totally water-resistant.  This canopy system also has Ermetika vertical closures that roll up and disappear when not needed and can be utilized individually by panel when needed and protect customers from rain, wind and humidity.  This retracting canopy system has a wind resistance to a Beaufort Force 8 or steady gale of 39 to 46 mph with the fabric covering the terrace.

The retracting canopy now makes it possible for patrons to use this complete area throughout the year.  Now during the hot tropical season, the restaurant personnel say that it is about 15 degrees cooler under the canopy during the hottest part of the day.  The area is waterproofed, so they do no lose patrons during rainstorms or showers, and the retracting windscreens block the wind during the winter months.  The resort can now have guests for breakfast, lunch, dinner, cocktails and live entertainment all year round.  The canopy makes it possible to enjoy on-site dining under the sun, moon or stars.  The owners loved the results so much that they ordered another model for a differeent area of the hotel.  The client is extremely happy with the results of this retractable canopy system.  This resort is one of the topy luxury resorts on Miami Beach and is know for its trend-setting atmosphere and ambiance.

Project details:  Location - Miami Beach, FL  Sixe 1,260 sq. ft.  Fabric:  Eclissi by Corradi U.S.A.  Design:  Miami Awning Company / Corradi  Project Manger and Installation:  William Garvey, Miami Awning Company

Photos and detailed project descriptions of the winners are available at: http://www.ifaipublications.com/iaa/    http://www.ifaipublications.com/iaa/articles/2011_1015_cabana.html

This is a beautiful custom dining terrace canopy for a pool-side restaurant of a 5-star resort.  The canopy is 60' in length by 44' in width.  It was designed to match the various architectural elements on the property.  This canopy has various features such as specially designed arched panels to hide posts and roll-up curtains around the entire perimeter of the canopy.  Another feature of this canopy are special fabric awags made from Sunbrella and Sunbrella View that add the color and texture used throughout the resort to create a striking ceiling feature.   The canopy has a special vented feature for dispensation of heat and to capture tropical breezes. 

The entire project was fabricated on the U.S. mainland.  Design, engineering and use of the highest quality materials for our clients are trademarks of our workmanship.  Design, fabrication, shipping and installation were coordinated and the finished project truly complements the architecture of the entire resort.  This canopy was designed to create a singular dining space by day or night for patrons throughout the year!

This is a beautifully elegant patio canopy that was designed, fabricated and installed for the patio terrace of the Zurra Restaurant.  It's a uniquely designed canopy because of the building's many projections and features; such as a round terrace area and a semicircular wall.  The canopy's perimeter was designed to take in all of the property's variables and harmonize them into a canopy that sets this apart from the others.  The entire project is fabricated out of marine grade aluminum and is engineered to the Florida Building Code.  Innovatiove construction methods were used to measure, design and fabricate the canopy so installation would be quick and less labor intensive.  The entire perimeter of the canopy also has roll-up curtains that are hidden in the design of the canopy and are easy to open in the event of inclement weather. 

This canopy created a space that is creative and sophisticated.  Patrons enjoy an exquisite environment of dining with an awe inspiring views that truly complements the architecture of all of the surrounding buildings.  Fabric:  Coastline Plus by Weblon Inc.  from TriVantage LLC

This project consists of a total of 41 canopies and awnings.  A special Valet Entrance Canopy, walkway canopy and connector, and awnings on windows.  Awnings and canopies were added to revitalize the landmark restaurant Monty's along with supporting offices, shops and marina.  The entrance canopy was designed to allow delivery trucks or emergency vehicles to proceed under the canopy.  Traffic and patrons to the restaurant and marina flow freely with the canopy and walkway canopy.  The canopy is spacious and nautical elements were added, like wrapping the posts with rope.  This project shows how many different kinds of awnings and canopies can be used on a project to really make a property work, while staying in budget.

INTERNATIONAL ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS                                            

The Industrial Fabrics Association International for 60 years have recognized design, technological innovation and excellence in the specialty fabrics industry.  Judges evaluate entries based on complexity, design, workmanship, uniqueness and function.

This 2006 IAA AWARD OF EXCELLENCE

The Economic Opportunity Family Health Center is a special entrance walkway canopy 84 ft. long and 16 ft. wide.  The canopy is an arched design with sweeping curves that project and create a gentle wave that attracts those visiting the healthcare facility and provides protection from the elements.

This awning is a special elliptically shaped entrance awning for a sales center of a new community.  The awning is 11 ft. wide by over 19 ft. long.  The awning is a very unique design, conceived by one of the leading Architectural Firms in the world.  The awning symbolizes the shape of an airplane wing.  It was designed to provide the new development with an icon to remember their new community and welcome and shelter prospective residents to their new home.