Separate width from projection, then make fabric and operation choices understandable before the installation discussion.
Sales Visualizer / awningsConcept
Retractable awning4.0 m width · 3.0 m projection · Example proportions
Original concept drawing. Your range and product rules define the final experience.
FOUR DECISIONS / A CLEARER BRIEF
Step 1 of 4
Name the area to shade
Ask which part of the terrace needs shade. Explain width along the building separately from projection away from it, using visible units for both.
QUESTIONS TO DISCUSS
Where should the shade fall?
What width and projection are being compared?
KEEP IN THE BRIEF
Example direction: 4.0 m width and 3.0 m projection. These demonstrate measurement labels, not an approved awning size.
Make fabric choices readable
Present the actual fabric range with names as well as swatches. Keep the frame finish separate so a color choice does not lose its meaning in the brief.
QUESTIONS TO DISCUSS
Which fabric names will your range use?
Is frame finish a separate selection?
KEEP IN THE BRIEF
Finish direction: fabric preference and frame preference recorded separately, with availability to be confirmed.
Explain how it operates
Describe the operation choices supported by the product range. Keep compatible controls and accessories connected to that choice, using the supplier’s confirmed vocabulary.
QUESTIONS TO DISCUSS
Which operation systems are available?
Which accessories depend on that system?
KEEP IN THE BRIEF
Operation direction: a preference to discuss. Powered equipment and installation requirements need supplier review.
Keep the setting questions
Save the shade purpose, dimensions, fabric and operation direction together. Include the fixing and clearance questions that the installation team needs to review.
QUESTIONS TO DISCUSS
Who confirms the fixing arrangement?
What site context is needed before a specification?
KEEP IN THE BRIEF
Handover: shade purpose, width, projection, fabric and frame preferences, operation direction and setting questions.
BRING IT TO YOUR OWN RANGE
Your products. A reviewable starting point.
This walkthrough introduces the decisions. A production experience uses your confirmed product range, compatible options and agreed handover.