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Biscayne Bay Yacht Club

Custom Awning

Coconut Grove, FL

 

The Client

This client had individual awnings over the east elevation of the building that were not aesthetically appealing and in very bad shape. They wanted weather and shade protection for those dining inside. They also wanted something totally different. This project consists of one long continuous awning that highlights the arches of a historic building for the Biscayne Yacht Club on Bayshore Drive in Miami, FL.

The Awning

The awnings were custom designed to follow the arches of the building’s façade. The frame work was very custom, as well as the fabric to follow the arches, since the middle arch was different from the other two arches on each side.  The anchorage needed to bolt into a coral rock structure that is very close by the water.  Special adhesive chemical anchors were used to anchor the awnings to the wall.  There are also ceiling liners covering the undersides of portions of the long awning that cover the framework of the awning. The fabric used is Sunbrella Firesist Regatta Blue.

The Outcome

The clients are extremely pleased with the new awnings. This is a historic building, on the bay with a beautiful setting that is used for sailing and social events. Located on beautiful Biscayne Bay, a lot of sailing and social events as well as weddings are scheduled throughout the year. The new awnings give the illusion of waves and blends well with the architecture of the structure. The selection of Regatta blue by Sunbrella Firesist highlights that they are a Yacht Club. One of the members is architect C. Frasuer Knight, a member of the Biscayne Bay Yacht Club since the 1940’s. These awnings are the something different that they wanted for the Club.

Engle Building

Commercial Lean-to Awnings

Coconut Grove, Florida

 

This project entails a total building renovation in the charming Coconut Grove area. Previously, barrel shaped awnings were on the entire façade of the building; making it look old and dated now. The client wanted to totally redesign the building to make an entirely new façade and that included updating the awnings. Their goal was to renovate and create a cultural hub in this main street of Coconut Grove. For the building they wanted to have a mix of local business and keep with the artistic fabric of the community. They wanted the building and awnings to be new, modern and artistic.

(12) New stationary awnings of various sizes were designed for the building’s east, north and west facades. The awnings were fabricated with Natura in: Black, Navy and Digital White. Custom stripes were made to go vertically or horizontally. The color patterns vary for each awning. Each awning has an 8” wrap around valance in black Natura, for signage now or in the future. By creating the custom stripes, the awnings are more artistic, but this also ensures that the colors of the stripes will not fade as quickly. This is an important feature in the tropical climate of the region. Innovative construction methods were used to measure, design and fabricate the awnings so that installation would be able to be quickly accomplished.

Although these look like they are simple awnings, they have many special features. For the frame structure, special telescoping brackets had to be made, as the distance to the wall varies throughout the structure. The architect wanted custom stripes that would run, either vertically or horizontally. For each awning there was a variation of color patterns, whether this is horizontal or vertical. To achieve this extremely accurate measurements and special attention to detail would be necessary.

The building looks totally different from the way it looked before. It was featured in the local newspaper and online. This building renovation has really shown how awnings add to the character and charm of a neighborhood. The use of the new awnings have updated the look of this main corner of the community. The awnings also provide protection from the rain and UV protection for the retail merchants. These awnings have helped to make this dated building look new, dynamic and fresh.

Miami Seaquarium – Penguin Isles Canopy

Custom Design Canopies

Miami, FL

Miami Seaquarium was creating a new exhibit for their newest members, African Penguins, at the new Penguin Isle. They wanted a framed fabric structure that would have design appeal and attract the public also providing protection from the hot tropical sun for both the penguins and visitors. This project features a set of custom engineered canopies for the new Penguin Isle exhibit for the Miami Seaquarium. The canopies are designed to provide protection for the new penguin habitat that has a 800 sq. ft. tank with a rocky dry area and an adjoining 9,000 gallon pool. The canopies are covered with Ferrari 502 Lagoon Blue and made with schedule 40 galvanized steel.

The penguins and keepers are extremely pleased and satisfied with the new shade. The canopies make for an attractive exhibit, provide the penguins and visitors with the needed shelter and make an environment that is both educational and stimulating. This really allows guests to enjoy interacting with the penguins. The client is looking forward to recreating this design concept for future canopy projects.

The Ritz Carlton Key Biscayne Ballroom Patio

 

The Ritz Carlton Key Biscayne - Custom Retractable Canopy

Key Biscayne, FL

 

This project features a very special set of large retractable canopies for The Ritz Carlton Key Biscayne. The client has a patio area off of the Grand Ballroom that overlooks the grounds leading to the Atlantic Ocean. It is contracted for outdoor weddings and events and previously needed to have a back-up tent rental in the case of inclement weather. This was always an extra cost and add-on; another thing for event planners to deal with, as well as very cumbersome. These beautiful retractable canopies were designed to replace the rental tents, so that at the touch of the remote, the space can now be transformed with overhead coverage for rain or heat. Drop down screens, also keep out blowing rain, cut down wind and keep out insects.

A custom combination of three B-Space Corradi units were constructed for a combined length of 114’-0” x 24’-9”. This is installed over the Grand Ballroom Patio area. It includes a rigid frame buildout from the building at the left side to meet the back of the Corradi unit, extending to the far outside of the patio. The project also includes 12 Titan Screen drop down screens around the perimeter of the front and sides.

This resort hotel is always very busy, so the project had to be installed within a 10 day window. This was done in phases and quickly installed around events. Now the ballroom patio area is functional with an additional large area that is good during sunshine, rain or beautiful moonlit nights. They now have total flexibility. There are no more problems with the storage of tents and the manpower needed to assemble and disassemble them. The ballroom retractable canopies for The Ritz Carlton are attractive and distinctive; allowing all sorts of décor for weddings and events throughout the year.

 

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Brooklyn Water Bagel

Brooklyn Water Bagel - Retractable Awning

Downtown Ft. Lauderdale

 

 

The owner of Brooklyn Water Bagel wanted to expand the seating area for their new location in downtown Ft. Lauderdale. The Corradi Impact retractable system used allows the flexibility to have the outdoor area covered or open when the weather is great. This custom design has a special front truss and a special beam was placed for fans so nothing will interfere with the beautiful Eclissi fabric above. The project was painted a special antique bronze to reflect and old Brooklyn look.

Now, those working downtown stand in line to get their great food and the area under the outdoor retractable canopy provides the protection and ambiance for patrons to gather for coffee, meals, snacks, or down time.

 

 

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Segafredo Restaurant – Bayside Marketplace

Shade Sails

Miami, Florida

 

Bright new Shade Sail Structures installed for Segafredo at Bayside Marketplace; Miami, Florida. 9.15.2015

Our team installed these bright colored shade shades structures for Segafredo. Right in the heart of Bayside Marketplace, these shade sails designate and create a great vibrant outdoor space. They made a slash at the grand opening!