Retractable Shade Systems
Louvered roofs, awnings, canopies
Sun When You Want It Shade When You Need It
Retractable shade systems give you control over Chicago's unpredictable weather. Motorized louvered roofs rotate up to 140 degrees—full sun, filtered light, or complete rain protection at the touch of a button. Awnings extend to block afternoon glare and retract for evening stargazing. You decide what the sky looks like from your deck.
Modern systems include weather sensors that respond automatically: closing louvers when rain starts, retracting awnings in high winds, adjusting position as the sun moves. Smartphone controls let you set scenes and schedules from anywhere. Integrated gutters direct rainwater through the posts so your deck stays dry even when the system is closed for weather.
We install premium aluminum-frame systems with powder-coated finishes that handle freeze-thaw cycles without corrosion. Add-ons include integrated LED lighting, ceiling heaters, and roll-down zip screens for complete enclosure. The result is an outdoor space that works year-round—not just during perfect weather.
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Team
Jared Correa
“Jared is a Chicago native who attended Walter Payton College Prep High School and earned a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. His design approach prioritizes client needs while exploring creative details and solutions. He brings extensive plant knowledge and years of lead design and project management experience in landscape design/build work.”
Kevin Wojtas
“Kevin is a skilled Production Coordinator with extensive experience in the architecture and planning industry. He demonstrates competency across AutoCAD, landscaping, InDesign, public speaking, and sustainable design. He also serves as a media and communications specialist and holds a Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.”
Erik Pederson
“Erik graduated from Michigan State University with a Degree in Landscape Architecture. As a Registered Landscape Architect, he has a great eye for design and an impressive problem-solving mindset. He finds satisfaction in refining design specifics and collaborating with skilled craftspeople to bring projects to completion on-site.”