How to Enhance Your Outdoor Space with Custom Awnings

June 16, 2025
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Awnings provide shade and protection from UV rays, regulate temperature, and enhance the appeal of outdoor spaces. There are different types of awnings—retractable, canopy, pergola, and freestanding—with unique features and benefits, catering to different needs and preferences. Some ideas to use awnings for outdoor areas include creating shaded dining areas, designing relaxing lounge spaces, enhancing […]

What’s the Perfect Alternative to Having a Three-Season Room?

April 29, 2024

As flowers burst into bloom and a crisp yet cozy breeze fills the air, there’s no denying that spring is here! It’s the season for savoring the great outdoors and reveling in the splendor of your garden. For many, a three-season sunroom is the quintessential choice for embracing this enchanting time of year. But what […]

How to Measure for Your Awning?

April 29, 2024

Getting the right measurements is important when installing an awning. You want it to fit perfectly to give you lots of shade and keep you safe from the elements. Ordering the wrong size could end up causing a bigger headache, since you might need to make various last-minute adjustments. So, it’s important to ensure you […]

Winter Precautions for Retractable Awnings

December 5, 2023
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As winter sets in, it’s time to prepare your outdoor spaces for freezing weather. Decks need to be swept; patio furniture needs to be put in storage; and retractable awnings need to be winterized to ensure they survive the cold months. Located in Allentown, Pennsylvania, and serving Berks, Lackawanna, Monroe, Carbon, Northampton, and Lehigh Counties, […]

Get Fall Weather Protection with a Retractable Protective Screen

November 5, 2023
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As the summer weather cools down and fall comes around, many people want to enjoy the last bit of pleasant weather on their deck or patio. However, sometimes the weather conditions and other factors can prevent this. At Designer Awnings, we provide retractable screens to protect your outdoor space and let you use it as […]

Awning Advantages Over Roof Extensions

October 5, 2023
completed retractable awning installed by Designer Awnings

Outdoor living areas are a great luxury. They allow homeowners to extend their entertaining spaces and provide an area where they can host summer parties or simply retreat for relaxation. Unfortunately, not everyone can maximize the potential of their outdoor space. Oftentimes, homeowners and residents are limited in how much they can enjoy their patios […]

How Retractable Screens Save Your Energy

September 5, 2023
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Owning a home is expensive. That’s why homeowners are constantly on the lookout for energy-efficient upgrades to help reduce energy usage and utility bills. One upgrade some homeowners might not have thought of is retractable screens. However, when utilized correctly, retractable screens can help property owners reduce the amount of energy their home or small […]

Benefits of My Link Awning Operation

August 5, 2023
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Retractable awnings and retractable screens offer superior sun protection and allow property owners to make the most of their outdoor spaces. Operating your awning or screen has never been easier thanks to the Sunesta Tahoma app. This easy plug-in device transforms a smartphone into an awning remote control and provides users with several other incredible […]

Summer Protection Offered by Retractable Screens

July 5, 2023
a group of people having a party outdoors under a retractable awning

The summertime is the preferred time of year for homeowners to enjoy their patio or porch, whether it’s watching the kids swim, hosting a dinner party, or simply reading and relaxing under the warm summer sun. However, several factors may limit the amount of time you can enjoy your outdoor space. Thankfully, there’s a solution. […]

Designer Awnings Awarded Sunesta Dealer of the Year

June 27, 2023
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Designer Awnings is proud to announce our team has earned the title of Sunesta Dealer of the Year. This is an honor that means a lot to us as it demonstrates our dedication to supplying our customers throughout Pennsylvania with Sunesta awnings and retractable screens made from the highest quality materials. Learn more about the […]

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