01Radial footprint
Circular opening canopy
A sculptural radial opening format suited to arrival courts, gathering places and landscape-led designs.
Visitor plazas · hotel entrances · destination spacesEnquire
ZABALERA / MOTORISED ARCHITECTURAL CANOPIES
A landmark that opens to the sky.
Large motorised opening-and-closing membrane umbrellas can form a destination feature as well as seasonal shade. Develop a coordinated arrangement for resort arrival plazas, cultural districts and substantial public gathering spaces.
Project-specific selection International supply Tailored quotations
Architectural shadeDesigned around people, place and daily use
Exposure-awareWind, heat, rain and location reviewed by project
Evidence-first supplyModel-specific documentation before specifications
APPLICATION GALLERY
A sense of place, after sunset and beyond.
Explore architectural design studies developed for the ZABALERA collection. They illustrate possible settings and forms; they are not site photography or proof of supplier manufacturing capability.
01 / SYSTEM SELECTION
Four ways to plan a landmark canopy.
Choose the footprint and operational requirements first; final span, controls and performance depend on a verified manufacturer configuration.
02Modular area planning
Square opening canopy
A square geometry that may suit repeated rows and coordinated groups across structured outdoor spaces.
Courtyards · promenades · dining plazasEnquire
03Coordinated project
Multi-canopy arrangement
Assess several canopies together for shade relationships, post spacing, night lighting and safe automated operation.
Large resort grounds · public destinationsEnquire
04Engineering-led
Project-customised structure
Custom dimensions, membrane appearance, lighting and control sequences assessed against actual manufacturing and engineering evidence.
Cultural attractions · premium developmentsEnquire
Product-family information is based on a preliminary supplier catalogue. Exact product models, available dimensions, membrane performance, wind ratings, certifications and manufacturing availability require confirmation before supply quotation.
02 / PROJECT SETTINGS
Architecture at destination scale.
Beyond a single canopy: project planning should address repeatable geometry, public safety and long-term operating requirements.
Luxury resort arrival plazas
A memorable first impression with coordinated shade, circulation, drop-off visibility and night-time lighting.
Middle East public destinations
Consider solar exposure, occupancy, crowd routes, weather thresholds and authority review early.
Tourism & cultural attractions
Explore signature forms, fabric patterns, decorative lighting and carefully planned opening choreography.
Large hospitality courtyards
Coordinate several motorised units with guest comfort, building interfaces and maintenance access.
03 / TECHNICAL REVIEW
What must be verified before specification.
Architects and procurement teams should have an evidence-backed technical schedule, not unsupported generic ratings. The following checkpoints are carried into the supplier review.
Actual deployed and closed geometry, spans, clearances and unit layout
Project-specific wind actions, gusts, stowage threshold and supporting calculations
Membrane manufacturer, fire test reports, weathering and replacement plan
Foundations, uplift and overturning reactions verified by local engineer
Motor, PLC, sensors, emergency stop, power-loss operation and control logic
GCC heat, sand, dust, coastal conditions and electrical protection
Factory acceptance testing, spares, installation drawings and commissioning scope
Export packing, delivery splits and agreed technical documentation
04 / PROJECT PROCUREMENT
Build your shade project brief.
Start with approximate information. Your selected requirements will transfer to Apollo’s existing enquiry form so you can add contact details and submit.