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What Is the Camargue® Skye?

The Camargue® Skye® is a premium aluminum louvered pergola from Renson® that does something a standard bioclimatic pergola cannot: its roof blades retract completely. On a conventional louvered roof, the blades rotate — you get dappled light, full shade, or a closed watertight roof, but the blades themselves are always overhead. On the Camargue Skye, the aluminum louvers rotate up to 145° and then slide away entirely, opening the roof to 100% open sky. Available factory-direct from 1800Awnings.com in Tampa, Florida, it is the most versatile roof in the Renson lineup.

The mechanism behind it is Renson's patented S-Drive technology, which moves the blades smoothly and evenly across the full span. As with the rest of the Camargue platform, all wiring, anchoring, and water drainage stay concealed inside the aluminum frame and columns — there are no visible conduits, no external downspouts, and no exposed hardware. For Florida homeowners who want real shade in August but full sun and stars in January, the retractable louvered roof pergola solves a problem that fixed and rotating-only roofs do not.

Camargue® Skye Key Specifications

Why the Camargue® Skye Stands Out

The Roof Actually Disappears

This is the headline feature and it is worth being precise about. A standard bioclimatic pergola gives you a range between open blades and closed blades. Even at maximum rotation, roughly half the sky is still blocked by the blade edges and the structural spine that holds them. The Camargue Skye's blades rotate to 145° for fine light control and then slide out of the opening entirely, leaving an unobstructed frame. In practical terms: on a mild Tampa evening in February you get the same experience as an open-air patio, and on an August afternoon you close the roof into a watertight ceiling. One structure, two genuinely different spaces.

Patented S-Drive Blade Movement

Retracting a full deck of aluminum louvers across a 20-foot span without binding, sagging, or uneven travel is a mechanical problem. Renson's answer is S-Drive, a patented drive system that moves the blades smoothly and evenly along their full path. It is the reason the Skye can be sold as a daily-use product rather than a novelty — the retraction is intended to be operated routinely, not once a season.

Watertight When Closed, With Serious Drainage

Closed, the double-walled aluminum blades form a sealed roof rated for rain, wind, and snow. Drainage capacity is 150 l/m², routed invisibly through the frame and columns. That number matters in Florida more than it does almost anywhere else: a Gulf Coast summer downpour can drop an inch of rain in twenty minutes, and a pergola roof that seals but cannot shed water fast enough will simply overflow at the edges. The Camargue Skye is engineered to move that volume through hidden internal channels rather than off the perimeter.

Coastal-Grade Finish and Any RAL Color

The Skye carries Renson's seaside powder-coating guarantee and is available in any RAL color, plus wood-look aluminum finishes for homeowners who want the warmth of timber without the maintenance. On Florida's Gulf and Atlantic coasts — Tampa Bay, Sarasota, Naples, Miami, Palm Beach — salt-air exposure is the primary long-term threat to any aluminum structure, and a coastal-rated coating specification is not an upsell but a requirement.

A Full Comfort Platform, Not Just a Roof

The Camargue Skye accepts integrated Fixscreen® side screens, glass sliding panels, and water-repellent outdoor curtains to enclose the space; integrated LED lighting, heating, and audio modules; and automatic rain and wind sensors that close the roof on their own when the weather turns. Control runs through the Renson Connect app, handheld remotes, wall switches, or full home-automation integration. Because these are engineered into the frame rather than bolted on, the finished structure reads as architecture instead of an accessorized patio cover.

Camargue® Skye vs. Standard Camargue®: Which Roof Should You Choose?

Both share the same frame family, the same maximum single-roof footprint, the same concealed drainage philosophy, and the same 10-year warranty. The differences are specific and they matter.

The honest trade-off: the retraction mechanism costs you wind rating. The standard Camargue® Louvered Pergola is rated to 100 mph closed and carries Miami-Dade certification; the Skye is rated to 75 mph closed and does not list Miami-Dade approval. In Florida's High-Velocity Hurricane Zone — Miami-Dade and Broward counties — that certification is frequently a permitting requirement, not a preference. Elsewhere in the state, and in most of the country, the Skye's 75 mph closed rating is well within normal design conditions. Confirm your local wind zone and permitting authority before specifying either one; the 1800Awnings team handles that check as part of the quote.

Freestanding vs. Lean-To

The Skye installs either freestanding — four columns, sited anywhere in the yard, over a pool deck, or as a detached outdoor room — or lean-to, attached to the house wall on one side with two columns carrying the outer edge. Lean-to typically integrates better with an existing back door or kitchen and costs less in structure. Freestanding gives you placement freedom and works when the house wall cannot carry the load or the roofline interferes. For spans beyond 20'4" × 14'9", roofs are coupled together into a single continuous structure.

Camargue® Skye Pricing

Every Renson pergola sold through 1800Awnings is custom-engineered and custom-quoted. Unlike the retractable awning lines, there is no fixed size-and-price grid, because no two installations share the same footprint, wind zone, mounting condition, and option set. The product page lists no price for this reason.

To get real numbers, use the quote form on the Camargue® Skye product page with your dimensions, or call 1-800-AWNINGS (296-4647). Because 1800Awnings sells factory-direct, quotes come without a dealer markup layer.

Who Is the Camargue® Skye Best For?

• Homeowners who want both extremes — full shade in summer, full sun and open sky the rest of the year, from one structure.
• Pool deck and spa owners who want sun on the water most of the year but need shelter for the seating area during storms.
• Luxury and estate properties in Tampa Bay, Sarasota, Naples, and the Gulf Coast where the pergola is an architectural element, not a utility cover.
• Restaurants and hospitality venues that need a space usable in rain without permanently darkening the patio.
• New-construction and renovation projects where concealed wiring, drainage, and anchoring can be coordinated with the build.
• Buyers outside High-Velocity Hurricane Zones — inland Florida, the Gulf Coast broadly, and the rest of the country — where the 75 mph closed rating meets local design wind speed.
• Anyone who has outgrown a fabric awning and wants a permanent, engineered, all-season outdoor room.

How to Order a Camargue® Skye

1. Measure your space. Record the width, projection (depth), and desired passage height in feet. A single roof covers up to 20'4" × 14'9" with up to 9'2" of clearance; anything larger is coupled.
2. Decide freestanding or lean-to. If you are attaching to the house, note the wall construction and any roofline, gutter, or second-story window that affects mounting height.
3. Choose your finish. Any RAL color, or a wood-look aluminum finish. Coastal sites should confirm the seaside powder-coating specification.
4. Select comfort options. Fixscreen® side screens, glass sliding panels, outdoor curtains, integrated LED lighting, heating, audio modules, and rain/wind sensors.
5. Submit the quote request. Fill in the form on the Camargue® Skye product page with your dimensions, installation type, finish, ZIP code, and options.
6. Review engineering and pricing. The 1800Awnings design team responds within one business day with structural guidance for your wind zone and a factory-direct quote.
7. Or skip the form. Call 1-800-AWNINGS (296-4647) and speak to a specialist directly.

Camargue® Skye: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Camargue® Skye?
The Camargue® Skye® is a premium aluminum louvered pergola made by Renson® in which the roof blades both rotate up to 145° and retract completely, opening the roof to 100% clear sky. It uses Renson's patented S-Drive technology to move the blades, and all wiring, anchoring, and drainage are concealed inside the frame. It is sold factory-direct through 1800Awnings.com in Tampa, Florida, and is custom-engineered for each project.

How does a retractable louvered roof differ from a standard louvered pergola?
A standard louvered pergola's blades only rotate — they tilt open for light and airflow or close for a watertight roof, but they always remain overhead. A retractable louvered roof like the Camargue Skye adds a second motion: after rotating, the blades slide out of the opening entirely, leaving an unobstructed frame and full open sky. You get the closed-roof shelter of a bioclimatic pergola and the openness of an unroofed patio from the same structure.

How much does a Camargue® Skye cost?
There is no fixed list price. Every Renson pergola sold through 1800Awnings is custom-engineered and custom-quoted, because size, freestanding versus lean-to configuration, number of coupled roofs, finish, screens, glass panels, lighting, heating, and sensors all change the price. Submit your dimensions through the quote form on the product page or call 1-800-AWNINGS (296-4647) for a factory-direct number, typically returned within one business day.

How big can a Camargue® Skye be?
A single roof spans up to 20 feet 4 inches wide by 14 feet 9 inches deep, with a passage height up to 9 feet 2 inches. For larger areas, multiple roofs are coupled together into one continuous structure, so total covered area is not limited to a single module. Your final dimensions are set during the quote and engineering process.

Can the Camargue® Skye handle Florida rain and wind?
Closed, the double-walled aluminum blades form a watertight roof with 150 l/m² of drainage capacity routed invisibly through the frame and columns, which handles heavy Gulf Coast downpours. Wind resistance is rated up to 75 mph (120 km/h) with the roof closed. Note that the standard Camargue is rated to 100 mph and carries Miami-Dade certification, so in Florida's High-Velocity Hurricane Zone the standard model may be the required choice — confirm your local wind zone before specifying.

Can I add screens, lighting, and heating to a Camargue® Skye?
Yes. The Skye accepts integrated Fixscreen® side screens, glass sliding panels, and water-repellent outdoor curtains for enclosure, plus integrated LED lighting, heating, and audio modules. These are engineered into the frame rather than surface-mounted, so wiring stays concealed. All of it is controlled through the Renson Connect app, remotes, wall switches, or home automation.

Does the roof close automatically when it rains?
Yes, with the optional rain and wind sensors. The sensors detect precipitation or rising wind and drive the roof closed without anyone present, which is the practical reason to specify them on a vacation property, a rental, or any patio you are not watching continuously. Manual control through the app, a remote, or a wall switch works alongside the automation.

What warranty comes with the Camargue® Skye?
Renson provides a 10-year manufacturer product warranty covering the structure and the coating, valid upon registration. The system also carries CE certification and Renson's seaside powder-coating guarantee for coastal installations. Registration is required for the warranty to apply, so complete it after installation rather than assuming coverage is automatic.

The Bottom Line

The Camargue® Skye is the answer for anyone who has looked at a louvered pergola and thought the blades were still in the way. Rotating to 145° and then retracting fully, it delivers a genuinely open patio and a genuinely sealed one from a single structure — backed by a patented S-Drive mechanism, 150 l/m² of concealed drainage, any-RAL finishing with a seaside coating guarantee, and a 10-year manufacturer warranty on structure and coating. A single roof covers up to 20'4" × 14'9", and coupled roofs handle anything larger.

The one consideration to weigh honestly is wind. The Skye is rated to 75 mph with the roof closed, while the standard Camargue® reaches 100 mph and adds Miami-Dade certification. If your project sits in a High-Velocity Hurricane Zone, that difference likely decides the specification for you. Everywhere else, the Skye's retraction is the more useful feature by a wide margin — and in Florida, where roughly eight months of the year are pleasant enough to sit under open sky, a roof that gets out of the way is worth more than a roof that only tilts.

Get Your Camargue® Skye Quote

Ready to price a retractable louvered roof pergola for your space? Visit the Camargue® Skye product page to submit your dimensions, or call 1-800-AWNINGS (296-4647) to speak with a specialist. 1800Awnings sells factory-direct from Tampa, Florida, and ships nationwide — our team sizes, specs, engineers, and prices your project, with a response within one business day.

Camargue®, Algarve®, Aero®, Lapure®, Skye® and Fixscreen® are registered trademarks of Renson®. Specifications current as of August 2026 and subject to change; confirm all figures at time of order.

Written by Corey Courtright | 1800Awnings.com | Tampa, FL