With homeowners increasingly looking to incorporate advanced technology into their homes in order to increase convenience, energy efficiency and enhanced security, many are also seeking solutions they can use in their outdoor spaces. Technology can be integrated into your home’s existing systems or added as a standalone device in a way that lets you create the optimum environment or ambiance in your garden at the touch of a button. And with gardens and patios being seen more and more as extensions of our homes, you will want the same levels of convenience and functionality to match the rest of your smart home.
Here at Caribbean Blinds, we pride ourselves on keeping up with the latest trends in design and technology, so read on to discover some of the Smart pergola solutions and accessories we offer with our aluminium louvered roof pergolas.
Sunny days and sudden showers
With the British weather being famously unpredictable, you’ll want to ensure that you can get the very best from your outdoor spaces and enjoy your garden whatever the weather. With smart technology at hand, you can effortlessly provide shelter throughout the changing seasons for true year-round functionality. Unlike standard pergolas, with our Classic Lite, Classic and Deluxe pods, the pergola roof louvers rotate up to 150 degrees and can stop at any position for precise sun control and ventilation – giving you complete control. Experience a new era of pergola design with the Deluxe+ Pod which combines a fixed roof (glass or solid panels) with rotating louvers, making it ideal for outdoor kitchens, dining areas, or spaces adjacent to your home. All rotating louvers are operated by a powerful radio-controlled motor from Somfy providing effortless functioning of the roof louvers from a remote control or app.
For the ultimate in versatility, look no further than the Prestige Pod from Caribbean Blinds. Again, using the smooth operation of a radio-controlled motor integrated within the framework, the roof louvers can not only be rotated but be fully retracted from a remote or app. Users can choose to slide the roof fully open or just partially open to deliver the optimum levels of sunshine or views of the stars.
Smart pergola gutter system
What’s more, with a concealed guttering system built within the cross beams, homeowners can feel confident – when the louvered slats open for the first time after heavy rainfall – there won’t be any excess water as the rain would have successfully drained away through the downpipes.
Say goodbye to drafts
If you’re looking forward to transforming your louvered pergola system into an outdoor kitchen area, perhaps with a BBQ or pizza oven installed, the last thing you’ll want is sudden breezes blowing gusts of smoke into the faces of your guests. With louvered pergolas from Caribbean blinds, you have the option to include ‘smart’ side screens which can be lowered by remote control or app, allowing you to continue enjoying the space no matter the outdoor weather conditions.
The side screens are also invaluable if you are planning to house a hot tub under your pergola. In seconds you can ensure extra privacy as well as protection from the elements.
For one of our recent clients, a family in Cheshire who wanted to incorporate outdoor kitchen, dining space and separate entertaining area into their garden, our Deluxe louvered roof system was a clear choice. Sam Bancroft, Director at Bancroft Lee Landscapes commented “The quality of the Outdoor Living Pod™ is outstanding, with every little detail having been considered, including hidden fixings, integrated cabling and guttering. The product has completely changed the already amazing space, giving it a real focal point. We installed blinds, lighting and heating within the Pod™, meaning it can be used all year round.”
Let there be light
Illuminate your smart pergola with LED lighting to create a cosy and inviting atmosphere, perfect for outdoor dining and entertaining. Enjoy countless evenings in the fresh air with friends and family, with no need to head indoors as the light fades. The optional dimmable lighting for our louvered pergolas in warm white is fully controlled by handheld remote or smartphone app meaning you don’t even have to leave your seat to create the perfect ambiance.
Turn up the heat
Of course, as the seasons change the temperature drops too, especially in the evenings when we most want to be relaxing outdoors. With the option to have infra-red heaters mounted to the cross beams of our smart louvered roof systems for instant warmth at the touch of a button, you can be sure of keeping cosy all year round. With the heaters operated by mobile phone app or remote control, adjusting the temperature is effortless.
Flexible louver roof pergolas
Having used our louvered pergolas at their previous club in Mayfair in 2018, The Conduit, an existing client of Caribbean Blinds, recently installed louvered pergolas at their Covent Garden club. Being able to control the dining environment at the touch of a button is a massive advantage, as Anthony Pollak, Facilities Director for The Conduit commented:
“Installing the Caribbean Blinds pergolas has enabled us to use our roof terrace all year around. In the summer when the weather is good, we can open up the space effortlessly and, in the winter, when the roof is closed, sides are down and heaters on it gives us much needed outside space.”
Explore what Caribbean Blinds offers
From relaxation to entertaining, our 2,500 sq/ft show site in Suffolk has everything you need for year-round outdoor enjoyment.
Come along and experience the features of our long-lasting, durable aluminium pergolas as well as the Somfy smart solutions you can add to create your dream outdoor space.
Explore five stunning show gardens, each featuring a unique pergola design and experience first-hand the features of our products. Our knowledgeable team will provide expert advice to help you create the perfect outdoor space for your home and budget.
Visit the Caribbean Blinds showsite or alternatively, get in touch with our expert team to discuss your smart pergola costs to start planning your outdoor oasis today.
