ISSEY PROVIDES SUN AND WIND PROTECTION FOR WATERFRONT DINING AREA
A Sydney rowing club hires Issey to solve their sun and wind problem. After renovating, the club has a new waterfront balcony that needs heat, glare and wind protection for patrons dining outdoors.
The Client
The St. George Rowing Club in Arnecliff, NSW was renovating their premises. Upon completion of their new construction, they had a waterfront balcony that was exposed to a lot of heat and glare from the sun, as well as harbour breezes. They wanted to protect club guests from these elements when they were relaxing or dining outdoors.
The rowing club called Issey to help them find a suitable solution for their particular problems.
The Challenge
The rowing club, with its water views and beautiful natural light, wanted to take advantage of the new outdoor dining area. But with no protection from the sun’s heat, glare and UV radiation, patrons were uncomfortable sitting outside. The area also experienced waterfront breezes that made dining difficult.
In addition to sun and wind protection, the club wanted a sun shade that suited the modern renovation and optimised the balcony’s new space. They wanted a sun solution that was effective, but that was also unobtrusive and allowed patrons to enjoy the views while eating.
Proposed Solution
The resolution to the club’s sun and wind problems was the Issey Vertiroll tension screen. Eleven Vertiroll screens act as retractable sun shades for the club’s balcony. The straight drop awnings protect patrons sitting on the balcony from heat, glare and harmful UV radiation, allowing for peaceful relaxation while enjoying their meals.
The systems, measuring 3.4m x 3.4m, are also fitted with a see-through fabric to allow for natural light to penetrate. The patrons and guests of the rowing club are able to benefit from the beautiful waterfront views while being shielded from the sun’s harsh heat.
The Vertiroll screens also resist wind with their weighted bottom bar which prevents the shade from flapping. They stop low sun, but allow air movement to prevent stagnant heat build-up within the protected area.
The Job
Issey staff professionally installed the sun shade systems and created the comfortable dining area that the St. George Rowing Club hoped to achieve.
The Vertiroll screens are free of complicated cords and pullies, operating via a motorised system which allows the shades to retract into their slimline headboxes at the touch of a button. The headbox not only stores the shade when not in use, but protects it from weathering, prolonging the life and fresh look of the system.
Project Wrap Up
Issey provided the client with a sun solution that effectively solved their sun and wind problems. Club members and guests now comfortably enjoy relaxing and dining on the rowing club’s waterfront without the uncomfortable effects of the sun and wind.
The sun shade systems also blend seamlessly into the façade of the club. The systems were fitted with stainless steel guide tracks for a customised look that accented the style of the club’s architecture.
Issey offered professional service, quality products, and effective sun control. The St. George Rowing Club is extremely pleased with the Issey solution and is enjoying the benefits of the protected outdoor area.
