AdapTive Envelope

Screens & Shades for Every EnvironmenT

AdapTive comforT. Seamless integration.

Engineered Serge Ferrari fabrics and smart automation regulate sunlight, airflow, and visibility — pairing easily with any AdapTive Envelope system.

  • Integrated or cable-guided
  • Drop-arm & projection styles
  • High-performance fabrics
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Five Architectural Shade & Screen Systems

Every environment needs a tailored approach to shade, airflow, and privacy.
These five configurations deliver comfort and performance for any façade, patio, or pergola design.

  • Fully concealed within structural posts or beams, these motorized screens deploy silently when needed — ideal for clean architectural applications and adaptive enclosures.

  • Precision-tensioned vertical screens designed for balconies, patios, and facades exposed to crosswinds. Slim stainless-steel cables maintain alignment while preserving the view.

  • Classic elegance for storefronts, cafés, and restaurants with street frontage or restricted overhead coverage. Adjust projection angle for perfect glare and privacy control.

  • Extendable shade when the sun shifts low. Compact cassettes protect the fabric when retracted, with automated operation and integrated lighting available.

  • Designed for beam or glass roof systems, these under-mounted retractable shades manage heat and glare while keeping the architectural form untouched.

High-performance Soltis architectural mesh fabric
Motorized retractable awning with integrated lighting
Commercial drop-arm awning on restaurant façade

Every screen and shade system is built on high-performance Soltis® architectural textiles —from Serge Ferrari engineered for stability, clarity, and long-term colorfastness. Unlike standard outdoor mesh, these membranes maintain tension, resist distortion, and control solar gain while preserving natural daylight.

  • Light Transmission: Diffuses glare without darkening the space — available in multiple openness factors (1%–14%).

  • Thermal Comfort: Reflects up to 97% of solar heat to keep glass-front patios and pergolas cool even under direct sun.

  • Durability: Tear-resistant, UV-stable, and designed to endure years of wind exposure without stretching or fading.

Premium Fabrics. Predictable Comfort.

Made in Europe. Designed for timeless clarity and precision performance.

Completes the Envelope. Enhances Every System.

Screens and shades are the finishing layer of the Adaptive Envelope™. They integrate seamlessly with retractable roofs, motorized glass walls, or Aluwall partitions — delivering total control over sun, glare, privacy, and airflow.

  • Retractable roof system with integrated vertical screens creating a convertible restaurant patio.

    With Retractable Roofs:

    Create fully convertible outdoor rooms where daylight, temperature, and shade move in harmony.

  • Motorized glass walls paired with light-filtering screens inside modern dining space.

    With Motorized Glass Walls:

    Add vertical shade or privacy while maintaining clear, open views.

    With Aluwall Partitions: Combine solid and flexible materials for hybrid comfort and architectural rhythm.

  • Outdoor commercial terrace featuring Aluwall partitions with integrated cable-guided screens.

    With Aluwall Partitions:

    Combine solid and flexible materials for hybrid comfort and architectural rhythm.

  • Freestanding resort cabana with exterior projection shades providing privacy and comfort

    Stand-Alone:

    Ideal for patios, facades, or storefronts seeking elegant, controllable comfort without a full enclosure system.

Push-Button Control. Climate-Responsive Design.

Precision automation ensures the perfect balance of comfort and light at any time of day. Systems can be linked to weather sensors, timers, or mobile controls for effortless management.

Somfy® motorization

with remote or wall switch control

Sun, wind, and rain sensors

for automatic retraction and deployment

Smart home compatibility

with most automation platforms

Quiet drive technology

for seamless operation in hospitality settings

Smart home integration logos showing compatibility with Somfy, Alexa, Apple Home, Crestron, and other automation systems.
Adaptive Envelope with retractable roof and shade screens combined

Shade That Works Anywhere.

Architectural shade solutions are not limited to integrated systems — they stand beautifully on their own. From luxury homes to resort facades, these systems deliver comfort and design continuity even without a roof or glass enclosure.

Applications:

  • Exterior café frontage with retractable vertical screens for shade and wind protection.

    Restaurant patios and storefront cafés

  • Luxury hotel terrace with retractable shade screens integrated into pergola system.

    Hotel pool decks and lounge façades

  • Residential balcony featuring architectural pergola with motorized retractable shades.

    Residential terraces and glass rail balconies

  • Outdoor co-working courtyard with cable-guided screens creating comfortable work zones

    Co-working courtyards or shaded pathways

    Ideal for patios, facades, or storefronts seeking elegant, controllable comfort without a full enclosure system.

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Optional Add-Ons:

  • Retractable pergola system with integrated LED lighting at sunset

    Integrated LED lighting

  • Commercial façade featuring powder-coated motorized screen cassettes matching building color.

    Custom powder-coated cassettes and frames

  • Close-up of pergola structure with custom RAL powder-coated finish aligned with glass system framing

    Matching architectural colors to roof or glass systems

Ready to complete your envelope?

Let’s design a screen or shade system that extends comfort, enhances views, and completes your adaptive outdoor space.

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