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Proper awning proportions affect both appearance and performance. These general guidelines help balance shade, light, and visual harmony.

Height Coverage
A classic proportion places the awning from the top of the window down to about 1/3–1/2 of the window height. Covering less keeps the façade visually lighter; covering up to half improves sun protection.
Example: for a 60-inch tall window, the awning drop is typically 20–30 inches.

Projection (Depth from Wall)
A useful rule is: projection ≈ awning height.
16–24 inches provides basic rain protection, while 28–36 inches offers more effective shading. Without support posts, projections usually stay within 40–48 inches for structural safety.

Slope Angle
Typical pitch ranges from 5° to 30°, depending on fabric and frame. A steeper angle improves water and snow runoff.

Width
Awnings are often 1–12 inches wider than the window on each side. When covering multiple windows, visual separation between awnings can make the façade look more balanced.

Sun Orientation
South-facing windows benefit from deeper and slightly lower awnings for stronger shade. North-facing sides can use lighter, higher designs. East and west exposures depend on when direct sun is strongest.

Ordering Tips
Decide what matters most — shade, daylight, or aesthetics. Consider the building style: slightly smaller, well-proportioned awnings often look more refined than oversized ones.

We have extensive experience in restoring outdoor fabric and artwork to their original appearance. Over time, sun exposure and weather can fade colors and wear down painted images, but with the right materials and techniques, the look can be renewed.

Our process includes careful color matching to both the fabric and existing artwork, ensuring that restored areas blend naturally with the original design. We take into account fabric tone, aging effects, layout, and graphic details to maintain visual consistency. When needed, we recreate missing or damaged elements so the overall composition remains true to the initial concept.

This service helps extend the life of awnings and canopies while preserving their design, branding, and overall visual impact.

To ensure accuracy in every project, we use professional design software including AutoCAD, Blender, and Inkscape. These tools allow us to create precise layouts, scale artwork correctly, and adapt designs to the exact dimensions and shape of each awning or canopy.

We develop vector graphics, technical drawings, and 3D visualizations to plan every detail before production begins. This approach minimizes guesswork, improves proportions, and helps clients clearly understand how the finished design will look in real space.

By combining digital precision with hands-on craftsmanship, we deliver projects that are both visually striking and technically accurate.

We apply custom images, logos, and lettering directly onto outdoor fabric using professional acrylic latex paints from trusted brands, selected for their durability, flexibility, and resistance to weather and sunlight. Each design is painted by hand, creating a distinctive, high-quality finish that stands out from standard printing.

Our team also assists with design development, helping refine your idea, choose colors, and adapt artwork to the shape and scale of your awning or canopy. Before painting begins, we provide a visual preview so you can see how the final result will look.

Ideal for storefronts, cafés, event setups, and custom residential projects, our hand-painted fabric designs combine artistic craftsmanship with long-lasting outdoor performance.

We are a small but passionate team with many years of hands-on experience gained at one of the major companies in the awning industry. After honing our skills and earning clients’ trust, we started our own business to offer the same level of quality and reliability - but with a more personal and attentive approach. Based in the Chicago area, we prioritize clear communication, thoughtful design, and careful execution. You can count on us for no unanswered questions and no unfinished work.