Designer Awnings

Designer Awnings for Contemporary Outdoor Living

Transform your terrace or patio with large scale, designer awnings that combine sculpted cassette design, powerful electric operation and beautifully coordinated fabrics for a seamless extension of your home.

These luxury folding arm awnings are made to measure, with a focus on architecture as much as performance, so the cassette looks like part of the building rather than an add‑on.

Typical designer awnings range from around 5 m to 7 m wide, with generous projections between 3 m and 4 m to create substantial, usable outdoor rooms.

Designer awnings from £3,800 + VAT

A made to measure designer awning in the 4 m x 3 m range starts from £3,800 + VAT, excluding installation, with most higher end installations between 5 m and 7 m wide and 3 m to 4 m projection falling in the £4,000 to £8,500 + VAT range depending on exact model, specification and options.

Call 01933 448 844 to discuss your project, or request a design consultation and we’ll guide you to the right size, model and specification for your home.

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What Makes a Designer Awning Different?

Designer awnings sit above standard patio awnings in both scale and specification: they are typically larger, fully electric as standard and place far greater emphasis on cassette shape, visual integration and the higher quality of all components throughout.

Most luxury folding arm awnings in this category can be manufactured up to around 14 m wide with projections up to 4 m, using stronger drop‑forged aluminium arms and carefully engineered wall brackets so they feel solid in higher wind speeds and offer useful protection from light rain.

For many UK projects, a popular choice is a single awning between 5 m and 7 m wide with a 3 m to 4 m projection, which is the largest size before the system becomes “coupled” (two awnings joined together). At these sizes, bracket design and positioning are critical to ensure the load is spread correctly across your wall, which is why a professional survey and installation are so important.

For a luxury designer awning in this 5 m to 7 m width and 3 m to 4 m projection range, you would typically expect to pay between £3,800 and £8,500 + VAT, depending on the exact model, cassette style, fabric choice and optional extras.

Prices from £3,800 + VAT
(Based on a 4 m x 3 m designer awning – installation not included)

Prices include:

Made to measure width sizing in millimetres for a precise fit
High quality aluminium construction with options on cassette finishes and colours
Electric operation with remote control handsets as standard
Built in wind sensor for protection against wind damage
Choice of round, oval and square cassette models for better architectural integration
Choice of over 200 premium fabrics for the main awning cover
Wall mounting brackets designed for the awning size and fixing surface
5 year guarantee on leading models

Popular options:

Smart receiver technology for integration with Somfy or similar apps for smartphone, laptop and tablet control: + £150 – £450
Ultra silent motor drive for near silent operation: + £280
Professional installation by our specialist teams: + £500 – £1,500 (subject to site complexity and access)
LED light strip integrated along the length of the cassette for evening use: + £1,300

Together, these elements are what justify the term “designer awning”: generous size, refined cassette design, electric convenience as standard and a specification that feels every bit as considered as the rest of your home.

Cassette design and architecture

Cassette Designs That Complement Your Home

Designer awnings are as much about architecture as they are about shade. The cassette becomes a slim, sculpted feature that sits neatly against the façade, reading as part of the building rather than an add‑on.

From softly curved profiles to sharp, linear forms, there are cassette options to suit everything from contemporary extensions to more traditional homes. Your chosen awning can either blend quietly into the background or create a bold design statement when closed.
Some designs are even small canopies in their own right when closed.

Working with leading manufacturers, we help you select cassette styles that are meant to be seen – with proportions, shapes and details that enhance your doors, windows and glazing.

MX 3 cassette

LED line in the cassette

MX 1 cassette

Finishes, colours and fabrics

Finishes and Colours

Every designer awning starts with a beautifully engineered aluminium frame, but the finishing details are what make it truly yours. Choose from a wide palette of durable powder‑coated and textured finishes, with options to echo your window frames, door colour or cladding for a perfectly coordinated look.

For extra refinement, you can specify contrasting front profiles, chrome or colour‑accent end caps and enhanced bracket covers, so even the smallest elements feel considered when you view the cassette from the garden or the house.

The fabric is where personality really shows. There are hundreds of high performance fabrics available, from subtle neutrals and natural weaves to bold stripes and strong architectural colours. Many collections feature UV stable yarns and advanced coatings to resist fading, dirt and light rain, keeping the awning looking crisp for years.
Very unique designs are available in the fabric choices if you want to make a statement.

If sustainability matters, there are also fabric ranges produced using recycled materials, offering a more responsible choice without compromising on design, colour or texture.

Attention to detail and engineering

Markilux MX-3 cassette closeup highlighting precision German engineering and premium materials

Attention to Detail

What you notice first is the design; what you appreciate over time is the engineering. Designer awnings use high grade components throughout, from drop forged knuckle joints in the arms for strength and stability, to thicker‑gauge aluminium cassettes that feel solid and refined.

Quiet, smooth motor drives mean the awning glides out with a soft sound rather than a clatter, and integrated wind sensors add protection by automatically retracting the awning in stronger gusts. Hidden or colour matched fixing brackets help the whole system sit cleanly on the wall, so the focus stays on the architecture, not the hardware.

Every model is developed for Northern European conditions, with testing and specification that take account of wind loading, rain run off and long term outdoor exposure. The result is a system that not only looks exceptional, but feels reassuringly robust every time you use it.

Recessed Awnings

What Are Recessed Awnings?

Recessed awnings are designed to be installed into a pre formed niche or cavity within the building façade, allowing the awning to sit neatly within the structure rather than projecting visibly from it. This type of installation is increasingly specified on both residential and commercial properties where a cleaner, more integrated finish is required.

Unlike a standard full cassette awning, the recess itself helps conceal the unit, while the front profile provides a neat closing panel across the opening. This creates a discreet, architectural solution that works particularly well on design led projects.

Markilux 3300 cassette and detail fabric

Why Choose a Recessed Design?

The main appeal of a recessed awning is its ability to disappear into the building when retracted. Some models are specifically developed as built-in awnings that can be hidden within the façade or fitted precisely into a reveal, leaving only the front profile visible when closed.

This makes them ideal for projects where visual simplicity matters just as much as shading performance. When extended, they still offer generous coverage, while maintaining a refined and minimal appearance.

Architectural Benefits

Recessed awnings are especially suited to contemporary architecture, where flush detailing and clean lines are often key parts of the overall design. The smooth or angular front profile helps the awning blend into surrounding wall finishes, openings, or soffits for a more seamless result.

They can also work well on more traditional properties where a standard cassette might appear too dominant. In both cases, the aim is the same: to reduce the visual impact of the awning without compromising practicality.

Fabric and Finish Options

Although the awning itself is designed to remain visually discreet when closed, there is still plenty of scope for personalisation. Modern awning ranges offer a broad choice of fabric colours, patterns and finishes, making it possible to either blend the installation into the property or create more of a design feature.

Frame colours and coordinated detailing can also help tie the awning into the surrounding façade, which is particularly important on architect-designed homes and commercial buildings. This allows you to match or complement other elements such as window frames, cladding or balconies.

Models for Recess Installation

We currently offer two retractable awnings particularly suited to recess or niche installation: the Weinor N 2000 and the Markilux 3300 PUR. These models are designed for situations where the awning needs to fit tightly into the structure, creating a more concealed and architecturally integrated appearance.

The Markilux 3300, for example, is engineered for installation in reveals and recessed positions, with generous maximum sizes and the option to couple multiple systems for larger areas. This makes it well suited to both private terraces and larger commercial shading projects.

Most Popular Designer Awning Models

Markilux 6000

Markilux MX-4

Weinor Opal Design II

Weinor Semina Life LED

Markilux MX-2

Markilux 970

Personal advice and specification

Expert Guidance for Your Project

Larger, design-led awnings bring a few more decisions: size, projection, cassette style, colour, fabric, lighting and control options. Our outdoor living specialists are on hand to guide you through these choices, based on how you use your space and the style of your home.

A detailed site survey looks at fixing points, wall construction, height and aspect, so the final specification is not only beautiful but structurally appropriate. From there, we help you refine the finishes, fabrics and options to create a designer awning that feels tailor‑made for your property.

Whether you prefer a subtle, integrated look or a bold architectural feature, we’ll work with you to bring the right combination together, and make sure it performs as well as it looks.

From Planning to Installation Made Easy

1. Initial Contact

Call us directly on 01933 448 844, submit an online enquiry or visit our showroom to speak to a member of our team.

2. Price Proposal

We will then send you a price proposal to review, and make changes if required. We can also do some initial visuals.

3. Site Survey

Once you are 100% happy, we will arrange a site survey to check dimensions and to ensure the specifications are suitable.

4. Installation

We will complete your installation and handover a professionally installed product which will have guarantees in place for added peace of mind.

Not Just Hot Air

Everybody says their products are the best in the UK when it comes to their marketing, but very few can claim to be the best in the world and also have some proof to back this up. Markilux are an exceptional manufacturer and have years of awards to prove their worth and value from their dedication to development, design, testing and exceptional manufacturing.

Weinor also has exceptional quality when it comes to their retractable awning range. Beautiful traditional designs and other ultra modern and contemporary designer style designs for exceptional properties, with exceptional performance and specification.