Wind exposure
Wind category, gust conditions, operating thresholds, closing/stowage procedures and exact-system structural evidence should be defined before release.
KAVORA · Technical Centre
Specify shade around exposure, movement and the occupied space.
A giant umbrella, membrane canopy, cassette awning and retractable roof may all provide shade, but they have different foundations, movement, drainage, wind and maintenance requirements. KAVORA projects should be narrowed by how the space needs to perform.
Technical topics
Seven questions before a system is selected.
Final dimensions, fabrics, frames, motors, structural loads and wind ratings remain tied to the exact selected system and current evidence.
Solar & shade objective
Define whether the priority is direct sun reduction, thermal comfort, glare, UV protection, architectural statement or weather cover.
Rain & drainage
Umbrellas, awnings and retractable roofs manage rain differently. Drainage route, pitch, runoff and wind-driven rain must suit the selected family.
Movement & parking
Folding, retracting and cassette systems need clear movement/stack/parking zones and safe operating logic.
Controls & power
Motorised systems need destination electrical supply, local isolation, controls, weather sensors and emergency/manual operation defined.
Foundations & fixing
Freestanding systems, façade brackets and roof structures require project-specific substrate/foundation and load-path review.
Maintenance
Fabric cleaning, tension, drainage, moving joints, motors, sensors, fasteners and coatings all need access and defined inspection.
System families
Choose by control strategy.
| Family | System type | Starting function | Typical context |
|---|---|---|---|
| KAVORA Giant | Electric folding umbrellas | Freestanding / large-format moving shade | Hospitality · resort · commercial |
| KAVORA Star | Large architectural umbrellas | Statement shade / terraces / pool decks | Hospitality · resort · public space |
| KAVORA Membrane | Membrane structure umbrellas | Tensioned architectural shade | Large-span / structural shade |
| KAVORA Cassette | Full-cassette awnings | Façade-mounted retractable shade | Retail · hospitality · residential |
| KAVORA Terrace | Commercial awnings | Terrace / dining / frontage shade | Hospitality · commercial |
| KAVORA Glass | Conservatory shade | Solar-control shade to glazed roofs | Conservatories · atria · glazed rooms |
| KAVORA Retract | Retractable PVC roof systems | Opening overhead weather/shade control | Hospitality · commercial outdoor rooms |
Project inputs
Information needed before quotation.
Space + footprint
Plan dimensions, furniture/occupancy, circulation and any no-post/no-fixing zones.
Mounting condition
Freestanding, façade, roof, existing structure or project-specific support.
Exposure
Wind, sun, rain, coastal/salt, heat and any seasonal operation.
Control intent
Fixed, manually movable, motorised, sensor-controlled or operator-managed.
Fabric / finish
Colour, translucency/opacity, UV/weather exposure, cleaning and architectural intent.
Local works
Foundations, electrical, drainage, structural support, installation and approvals remain separately defined.
Start with the space