Project Spotlight: Retractable Deck Awning in Providence, RI

The Challenge

A Providence deck baked in afternoon sun, but the homeowners loved open-sky evenings and didn't want a permanent roof. They needed flexible shade they could deploy for lunch and tuck away at sunset — and pull in before coastal storms.

The Solution

A motorized retractable awning extends to cover the deck at the touch of a button and retracts into a compact housing when not needed. Solution-dyed acrylic fabric resists fading, and the all-aluminum frame handles New England's mix of sun, rain, and salt air.

The Result

A deck that works for midday meals and open-air nights alike — full control of sun and shade, with the awning safely retracted whenever the weather turns.