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Fabric 1

Diamond700
Producer/Manufacturer: Contender NZ Ltd.
Primary Use: Main Fabric

Please describe the project specifications

This custom-designed PVC carport sail was crafted to provide both aesthetic appeal and functional coverage for the client’s upscale home. The installation featured a clever design with hidden posts discreetly tucked behind a retaining wall fence. The tensioners are neatly integrated through the slats, preserving the visual flow of the space. To ensure a sleek finish and robust structural integrity, a custom-made bracket was created and fixed under the soffit, securely attaching to the roof structure. A final post, strategically placed in the garden, is surrounded by trees and bushes, allowing rainwater runoff to be naturally channeled away from the carport area. This installation not only delivers a high-end, contemporary look but also complements the client’s modern home, blending seamlessly with its surroundings. The result is a perfect balance of elegance, strength, and practicality.

What is unique or complex about the project?

We entered this project because the client approached us with a very specific vision for their carport: they wanted a modern, high-end look while still maintaining functionality. This project stands out from others we did this past year due to its unique design challenges, particularly with integrating hidden posts behind a retaining wall and using custom brackets for extra strength. The key to this project’s uniqueness was the seamless blend of style and practicality. The tensioners poking through the slats and the careful positioning of posts amidst trees and shrubs allowed us to achieve both a sleek finish and optimal water runoff, making it a standout residential shade solution.

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