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Fabric 1

sundream
Producer:
Primary Use: Main Fabric

Fabric 2

aluminum framing and connections
Producer/Manufacturer: Shann NZ Ltd
Primary Use: Hardware/Findings

Please describe the project specifications

The client requested a waterproof cover for their outdoor dining area. They wanted this to allow as much light in as possible and have the ability to add drop down sides to full enclose the area.

What is unique or complex about the project?

This was a unique project for us due to the size, location and the multiple types of coverage we provided. Located a 3 hour one way trip from our workshop and with only one trip to quote and measure we had to ensure that we had everything spot on. The project required the structure to be free standing so we also had to take all our digging and concrete equipment with us to dig and pour the post footings. Being that this was such a long way from our base we made sure that we had every eventuality covered.
We started by digging 5 footings to support the structure and concreted these legs in then started to build the frame up from there. This being on the bigger side of things meant that we had to get everything perfectly level to ensure rafter joins were above legs to keep the structure straight and true. This structure required a small extension on one side to cover an entrance to the toilet so we had to factor that into the design and this was built off the back of the main roofs beam and fixed to two existing posts. All this had to be accounted for and factored in so that roof angles remained the same. Having the frame installed we returned the next day to install the roof skins and header boxes for the roller blinds that had been allowed for.
Along with the structure we built we also had to factor in installing a waterproof sunshade to cover an existing area that had an old sunshade over it, all these little additions had to be factored into the overall look and final fit and finish of the entire area.

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