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Brise-soleil in Calvi: canopies and adjustable slats in the BalagneThe rightshade.
Illustration · brise-soleil canopy above a glazed opening
Slats fitted outside, above or in front of the glazing, that cut out the sun before it heats the room. In Calvi we offer brise-soleil from Tellier, Roma and Bandalux.
Brise-soleilmade to measureinCorsica,toprotectyourglazingandshapethefaçade.
Our bespoke brise-soleil give effective sun protection and suit your outdoor space. They are beautiful and built to last. The house gains in comfort and takes on a more modern look.
We work throughout Corsica: Ajaccio, Bastia, Porto-Vecchio, Bonifacio, Île-Rousse and elsewhere. We know our trade, we work with quality materials and we adapt each brise-soleil to your needs. The installation is meticulous, and it shows in the result.
Casa Duminicawooden louvres
Canopy louvresParallel to the façade and angled, they block the high summer sun. In wood or aluminium.
Edge beamIt holds the ends of the brackets and aligns the louvres along the whole length.
BracketsCantilevered from the façade, one bracket per bay carries the louvres.
PlatesEach bracket is fixed to the wall by a bolted plate, below the roof.
Rail under the beamThe panel is fixed under the pergola beam and at the base, on the terrace.
Upright louvresThey close one side of the pergola and block the low evening sun. Air passes between them.
Wall-mounted pergolaThe canopy takes the height of its roof: the two structures form a single line.
The brise-soleil, in place
You blockthe sunand keep the view.
Outside, to the southLouvred canopy, on bracketsSolid: glazing in shade
The three-dimensional scene is loading
On 21 June at noon, the sun is at its highest. The canopy puts almost the whole glazed opening in shade.On 21 June at noon, the glazing is in shade.
At 5 pm, it is low, in the west. The upright louvres keep most of the lounge in shade.At 5 pm, the upright louvres shade the lounge.
At the equinox, it drops: the canopy only shades the top of the glazed opening.At the equinox, only the top stays in shade.
On 21 December, it passes under the canopy: the glazing receives the winter sun.On 21 December, the winter sun comes in.
Porticcio, 21 June
12 h
Glazing in shade
93 %
Lounge in shade
78 %
Without a brise-soleil, the June sun strikes the glazing head-on.Without a brise-soleil, the glazing is in full sun.
Louvres
Edge beam
Brackets
Plates
Rail
Upright louvres
Pergola
Time of day 12 pm
MorningEvening
Louvres
View
Illustrative only. Sun calculated for Porticcio, at the day and time shown; readings specific to this example house. The projection, spacing and angle of the louvres are set for each project. Furniture in the spirit of the Kettal collections. See the Casa Sole canopy
Illustrative only. Sun calculated for Porticcio, at the day and time shown; readings specific to this example house. The projection, spacing and angle of the louvres are set for each project. Furniture in the spirit of the Kettal collections. See the Casa Sole canopy
Choosing well
As a canopy,or as louvres.
The sun is stopped above the glazed opening, or in front of it.
It blocks the sun’s rays and lets natural light in.
High temperatures
It limits heat. Your rooms stay cool and the light stays pleasant.
Air conditioning
You use less air conditioning, so less energy.
A façade to shape
Its louvres create shadows and plays of light, in keeping with the architecture of your villa.
Bad weather
It is made of aluminium, wood or steel, robust materials that are easy to maintain.
On our sites
On the façade,as a canopy.
The vertical wooden louvres of Casa Duminica and the anthracite canopy of Casa Ghjovi, photographed from the overall view down to the detail of the louvres.
The brise-soleil shields the house from the sun and gives it its style.
Designed for the architecture of your villa
Every project is different. So we work with you to make sure the brise-soleil suits the architecture of your villa and your taste.
A made-to-measure brise-soleil protects from the sun and also shapes the look of your property. Its louvres create subtle plays of light and elegant shadows that change the atmosphere of your outdoor space.
From the first meeting to installation
It all starts with an in-depth conversation about your needs and wishes. We then work with you at every stage of the project, from design to installation. Once installed, your made-to-measure brise-soleil should meet your expectations of quality, design and use.
Made-to-measure brise-soleil and thermal comfort
Having your made-to-measure brise-soleil made by LumiDesign
A made-to-measure brise-soleil is both useful and beautiful. It protects your villa from the Mediterranean sun and brings refinement to your outdoor space. Call us or visit the Porticcio showroom to see what a made-to-measure brise-soleil would bring to your villa in Corsica.
Illustrationlounge and sun loungers facing the bay
The large windows
The sea view, without the heat.
Houses in the hills of the Balagne often have large picture windows opening towards the sea. In summer, that glass lets in the light and the heat along with it, and an indoor curtain acts too late: the sun has already passed through the glass. The brise-soleil stops it outside.
A fixed canopy above the window stops the summer sun, when it is high, and lets through the winter sun, lower on the horizon: useful for a house lived in all year round. Adjustable slats go further: you set the light hour by hour, and with the slats closed, the room falls into half-light.
A façade facing the bay takes salt air all year round, even when the house is closed. Tellier, a manufacturer based in Anjou, highlights the Qualicoat, Seaside or Qualimarine labels for its finishes, depending on the product, designed for the coast. Its aluminium slats are fitted fixed or adjustable, as a canopy or vertically.
On a stone or rendered façade, the colour of the slats matters as much as how they are set. On site, we look with you at the façade, the possible fixings and the maintenance the location will require.
An adjustable brise-soleil can be raised, and that is precious on libeccio days. Roma offers a wind sensor that lifts the slats above a set threshold, and a sun sensor that lowers them when the sun beats down. According to Roma, its brise-soleil reflect up to 75% of solar heat before it reaches the glass.
Bandalux, for its part, states that its Z70 and Z90 BSO withstand winds of up to 76 km/h, class 5 under the EN 13659 standard. And for a window far from any power point, Roma offers a solar version, with no mains connection.
Do you install brise-soleil in Calvi and the Balagne?
Yes, in Calvi as in the surrounding villages, Lumio, Calenzana or Montemaggiore. We set out from Porticcio for the technical visit, at the house, and our team comes back for the installation. All our services in the Balagne are gathered on the Calvi page.
Fixed or adjustable brise-soleil for a villa in Calvi?
The fixed type, as a canopy, asks nothing of you: it gives shade in summer and lets the winter sun in. The adjustable type controls the light all day and lifts when the wind gets up. The choice depends on the façade and how the room is used: see our page on the adjustable brise-soleil.
Can a brise-soleil withstand the salt air of the bay?
That is the question to put to the manufacturer. Tellier cites finish certifications intended for the coast, Qualimarine or Seaside depending on the case. At the visit, we look at how much sea spray the façade takes and what will need maintaining.
What does an adjustable brise-soleil do when the wind gets up?
It is raised. With Roma, this can happen on its own, thanks to a sensor set to a wind threshold: useful in a house where nobody is watching the sky.
How much does a brise-soleil cost in Calvi?
The price follows the number of windows, their dimensions, the type of slats and the options. It is given to you as a quote, after the technical visit. The configurator lets you put it together in 3D.
How can I contact you to discuss my sun protection or outdoor design project?
Our team answers your questions and presents our services. You can reach us in three ways:
By phone, on +33 6 42 26 51 69, to discuss your project or book an appointment.
A brise-soleil controls sunlight and heat in the home. It blocks the sun’s rays, lets natural light in and enhances your outdoor space. As you use the air conditioning less, it also helps reduce energy consumption.
Which materials do you use to make bespoke brise-soleil?
We use high-quality materials such as aluminium, wood or steel. They are robust, weather-resistant and easy to maintain. Each brise-soleil is made to measure, to suit your space and your taste.
Can I personalise my brise-soleil?
Yes. Each brise-soleil is designed to measure, according to your needs and your project. You choose the dimensions, materials, colours and, if you wish, a motorisation system.
