Outdoor Living Meets Technology – Smart Sun and Weather Protection for Outdoor Spaces
(Room Sun Shading Expo Conference Area #3219)
07 Nov 25
10:00 AM
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10:25 AM
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Sun Shading Expo North America (SSENA)
Living, relaxing, and working outdoors – Outdoor Living represents quality of life and modern architecture worldwide. Whether on private terraces, in hospitality settings, or public spaces: solutions such as louvered roofs, pergolas, awnings, or large parasols create flexible, weather-protected outdoor environments that combine comfort and functionality. This presentation highlights how these systems can be implemented in a technically secure, durable, and user-friendly manner – even under challenging conditions such as wind loads, snow, strong solar radiation, or heavy use. Special attention is given to the technical foundations of modern sun and weather protection systems for outdoor applications, proven installation strategies including foundation design and integration into various substrates.
External shading systems such as ZIP-screens or external venetian blinds also play a central role. They offer effective protection against heat gain and glare, and can be seamlessly integrated into façade designs and building automation systems. The presentation provides an inspiring insight for international planners, architects, project developers, and distributors seeking solutions for modern outdoor living.
Learning Outcomes:
Technical Understanding:
Participants will become familiar with the most important system types in outdoor living (e.g. pergolas, louvered roofs, ZIP-screens) and their technical requirements regarding structural stability, installation, and control systems.
Planning Competence:
They will understand the fundamentals of professional planning and integration of exterior sun and weather protection into various architectural situations – from private patios to commercial outdoor areas.
Awareness of Standards and Safety:
Participants will gain an overview of relevant standards such as DIN EN 13561 and EN 13782 and their importance for product selection, wind and snow load capacity, and long-term safety.
Design and Comfort Aspects:
They will recognize the added value of convenient control options (smart home integration, sensor technology) and learn how to integrate sun protection systems aesthetically and functionally into architecture and outdoor design.