Want to make your home the most beautiful place in the world? Bring it up to date in technology and design? Our renovation guide offers information, tips and plenty of inspiration on sun shading.
Shape light and shade to suit your home, whether in the living room, study, children's room, bedroom or kitchen. Smart home solutions can automate your sun shading and help reduce heat gain in summer.
Use our online tools to plan and visualize your sun shading solutions, and draw inspiration from example projects. You can compare options for your renovation and plan around your requirements.
What can sun shading offer when you renovate? Our renovation guide presents suitable sun shading solutions for different living spaces. Discover the wide range of modern sun shading solutions and find out which ones meet your needs.
Planning to renovate your living room? WAREMA sun shading solutions combine function and design, helping you manage light and privacy to suit your needs.
Window awnings combine sun shading with a variety of design options. Different colors and styles can be matched to the facade and architecture. Depending on the model, window awnings also offer protection from the weather.
Roller shutters can protect against sunlight and, depending on the model, contribute to energy efficiency, noise reduction and security. Automated systems also make operation convenient.
Custom-made insect screens for windows, patio doors and balcony doors can help keep insects outside while allowing fresh air in.
With smart controls from WAREMA, sun shading can be operated and automated via an app, voice commands or sensors. This lets you adapt light and shade flexibly to different situations.
Planning to renovate your bedroom or children's room?
WAREMA sun shading solutions can turn bedrooms and children's rooms into comfortable retreats, with light and privacy control tailored to your needs.
With external venetian blinds let you manage daylight and privacy flexibly in bedrooms and children's rooms. The Zetra blackout slat can increase darkening by up to 25 percent when closed and reduce unwanted light.
External window awnings can reduce glare and sunlight while still allowing daylight and fresh air. Depending on the building and its use, reduced heat gain may also lower cooling demand.
Roller shutters can reduce sunlight and incoming light. Depending on the model, they can also provide privacy and make windows harder to access.
Individually adaptable insect screens can help keep bothersome insects out of bedrooms and children's rooms.
With the WMS wireless system from WAREMA, external venetian blinds and roller shutters can be automated. You can set individual schedules for raising and lowering them.
The kitchen is a place to cook, eat and spend time together.
Suitable sun shading solutions can reduce direct sunlight and glare while providing more privacy.
If your kitchen appliances are already connected, your sun shading can be integrated into your smart home too. WAREMA control systems allow control by app or voice command. This lets you adapt the light in your kitchen flexibly to different activities.
external venetian blinds allow you to adjust incoming light in the kitchen using tilting slats. They can also reduce unwanted views from outside while you cook and eat.
window awnings can reduce sunlight and glare in the kitchen while preserving daylight. Different fabrics and colors offer design options to suit your windows and furnishings.
When airing the kitchen, insect screens can help keep insects outside. Depending on the model, they can be stored compactly in a cassette when not in use.
Light levels, glare control and comfort all matter in a study.
Especially when working from home, the right design can help create comfortable conditions for working at a screen.
external venetian blinds allow you to adjust light at your desk and reduce screen glare. They can also limit heat gain from direct sunlight. Combined with insect protection you can air the study while keeping most insects outside.
Window awnings can reduce direct sunlight and screen glare. Depending on the model, they let daylight into the room while limiting heat gain.
Roller shutters can darken the study and reduce outdoor noise. Their insulating properties can also help limit heat loss in winter and heat gain in summer.
Are new windows part of your renovation plans? Floor-to-ceiling windows can bring more daylight into your rooms and create an open feel.
A facade renovation is often a good opportunity to redesign your balcony or terrace too. You can renew your outdoor space while creating a coherent look for the facade.
Would you like to extend your living space outdoors? Lamaxa slatted roofs from WAREMA offer a range of design and installation options. Different colors and styles can be matched to various architectural and renovation concepts. Lamaxa can be attached to the house or installed as a freestanding structure.
VisioNeo Sun combines fall protection with external sun shading; insect protection can also be integrated. VisioNeo Single offers fall protection without sun shading. Glass, vertical bars and horizontal rails provide different design options.
When modernizing a terrace or outdoor space, you can plan sun shading at the same time. WAREMA offers wall-mounted patio awnings and pergola awnings for larger shaded areas.
When renovating a bathroom, you can plan sun shading, privacy and controls from the outset.
External venetian blinds, Window awnings and Roller shutters offer different ways to control light and privacy; you can also add insect protection to your plans. For floor-to-ceiling windows on upper floors, you can also include the VisioNeo Sun balustrade system.
Good advice matters when you renovate. Local WAREMA specialist dealers can help you choose sun shading solutions for your building and needs. This lets you consider design, use and sun shading together as part of your renovation plans.
Plan external shading as part of a wider renovation project and compare retrofit options for windows, façades and outdoor areas. The guide also covers controls, planning tools, energy-related considerations and questions to discuss with a specialist before choosing a system.
Daylight, indoor climate and energy use all play an important role in modernization.
Well-planned sun shading can reduce heat gain in summer and help limit heat loss in winter. This can support living comfort and affect a building's energy demand.
Planning a renovation or refurbishment and looking for the right sun shading? These frequently asked questions will help you define your needs and narrow down suitable options. Advice from a specialist partner can also be useful.
There are several good reasons to add sun shading to your home or update your existing solutions.
Here are six reasons to consider in your plans:
Sun shading solutions such as awnings, venetian blinds and roller shutters can help reduce heat gain in your home during hot summer months. By intercepting direct sunlight before it reaches windows and facades, they can reduce the need for air conditioning and help save energy costs.
Sun shading can create a more pleasant indoor climate by reducing excessive heat. This makes living and working spaces more comfortable for you and your family.
Sun shading solutions also provide protection from harmful UV rays. These can fade and damage furniture, floors and other furnishings. Sun shading can extend the life of your interiors and help avoid costly repairs or replacements.
Sun shading solutions can protect your privacy by blocking unwanted views from outside. Roller shutters in particular can add a layer of security by acting as a barrier and deterring potential intruders.
Modern sun shading solutions offer a range of control options, from manual operation to automated systems. Automated solutions can be programmed to respond to changing light conditions or controlled remotely. This provides flexibility and convenience and makes operation easier as you get older.
A well-planned modern sun shading solution can increase the value of your property. Potential buyers appreciate energy-efficient, comfortable homes fitted with high-quality sun shading.
Modern sun shading solutions can help save energy, improve comfort in your home, protect privacy and increase property value. They are therefore worth considering when modernizing your home.
Using custom-made products when renovating or refurbishing offers several benefits that can help deliver a better result.
In renovation projects, existing window openings and other areas may have non-standard dimensions. Custom-made products can be tailored to your exact requirements. This ensures a precise fit and helps avoid gaps, drafts and other issues that can occur with off-the-shelf products.
Custom-made products let you tailor the design and appearance of your facades and outdoor spaces. You can choose materials, colors, patterns and finishes that suit your preferences and the style of your renovation. This helps the products blend into the overall design and create a harmonious look.
Custom-made products are generally manufactured to order, often with handcrafted elements or strict quality controls. This can give you confidence in the quality of the materials and workmanship. Custom-made products also tend to be more durable and last longer than mass-produced alternatives.
During a renovation, you may have specific needs relating to function, sound insulation, thermal insulation or security. Custom-made products can address these directly. For example, you can select special coatings or materials for better sound or thermal insulation, or integrate security features to improve protection for your home.
When selecting and planning custom-made products, you can usually draw on experts such as architects, interior designers or specialist tradespeople. These specialists can support your decisions, offer advice and help you find the best solutions for your specific needs.
Custom-made products such as WAREMA sun shading solutions offer a precise fit, individual design, high-quality materials, the ability to meet specific needs and access to expert advice. This helps your renovation project achieve results that suit your needs.
With external venetian blinds, roller shutters and window awnings from WAREMA, you can make a confident choice for your renovation or modernization. Relax and enjoy your free time: your new external sun shading can lower automatically, even when you're on holiday. Different types suit different installation situations, and each has its strengths. Our modernization guide shows you suitable solutions for retrofits and renovations.
They combine modern design with excellent functionality. External venetian blinds create individually adjustable light indoors and shape the appearance of the facade outside. They also contribute to a building's energy efficiency.
Front-mounted external venetian blinds are especially useful for modernization projects.
For maximum design flexibility, these blinds are available with angular, semicircular, square or plaster-in cover panels. No additional box mounting is needed, and thermal bridges are reliably avoided with front-mounted external venetian blinds so there is no increased heating demand around the window. Another advantage: WAREMA front-mounted external venetian blinds are compatible in installation and appearance with WAREMA front-mounted roller shutters, allowing the two to be combined attractively.
A WAREMA front-mounted roller shutter is an excellent way to equip your home with effective sun shading during a renovation or refurbishment.
These are the benefits of front-mounted roller shutters during renovation:
- No issues with thermal bridges or sound insulation values thanks to the external box
- Many options for individual design
- Can be combined perfectly with front-mounted external venetian blinds thanks to matching box shapes
- Can also be retrofitted without replacing the windows
- Suitable regardless of the building's construction method
Front-mounted roller shutters therefore do more than help maintain comfortable temperatures indoors: they also improve privacy and reduce outside noise. They can enhance the security of your property too. A WAREMA front-mounted roller shutter can be integrated seamlessly into the facade or mounted as a visual highlight on the exterior, enhancing the appearance of your property.
The WAREMA renovation roller shutters also known as RE-RO, are an energy-efficient way to continue using existing lintel boxes. With these top-mounted roller shutters, the shutter box is placed on top of the window and installed together with it, making them ideal for renovations and new buildings. Both components can be installed in one step, with minimal disruption to the facade and interior plasterwork.
The renovation roller shutter is available in different versions, including a complete system with integrated insect and pollen protection. Roller shutters for renovations offer effective thermal insulation in line with current requirements.
Shaft-mounted roller shutters can be installed particularly easily during renovations, using the existing shafts in the facade. Thanks to its slim guide rails, the shaft-mounted roller shutter blends discreetly into the facade. You can also choose from a wide range of colors and finishes.
There are many reasons to add automatic controls to external sun shading such as venetian blinds or roller shutters, especially when renovating for energy efficiency or accessible living. Modern wireless systems such as WMS can also be retrofitted and integrated into modern smart home applications.
First, automatic controls can help reduce energy use by reducing heat gain and sunlight in summer and increasing solar gain in winter. This can reduce the need for heating and air conditioning and lead to substantial energy savings.
The periods of extreme heat in Germany are becoming longer and more intense. The German Weather Service forecasts that the number of summer days above 25 degrees Celsius could increase by up to 70% by 2045. Existing buildings are not prepared for this. The Representative Body for Transparent Building Envelopes (RTG) therefore commissioned a new study from engineering firm Hauser (IBH). It found that automated sun shading could continue to ensure comfortable indoor temperatures without air conditioning in the future. Detailed results and recommendations are available on the RTG website.
Automatic controls can also help improve comfort at home. Sun shading can adjust automatically to sunlight intensity to reduce glare and keep room temperatures more comfortable. This can be particularly helpful for older people, who may be more vulnerable to heat or cold and may find it harder to raise or lower systems manually using a strap.
Finally, automatic controls can also increase security by opening and closing the sun shading automatically. This can protect the systems during a strong storm and simulate occupancy when residents are away on holiday.
Using automatic controls for external sun shading during energy-efficient or age-friendly modernization can help lower energy costs, increase comfort and security, and improve overall quality of life at home.
If you want to retrofit roller shutters, WAREMA offers a wide selection that is particularly suited to installation during property renovations. Together with a WAREMA specialist partner, retrofitting roller shutters becomes straightforward and a worthwhile investment.
Want to replace your awning fabric? This is part of sustainable modernization too: you do not always need a new patio awning. Even a durable awning fabric that withstands years of weathering will eventually lose some UV protection or fade. Find out what to do here:
Age-friendly modernization can involve many areas, from wider doors to a walk-in shower. The terrace and garden can be included too. This family from Lower Franconia equipped their sunny terrace with a WAREMA Perea pergola awning for more shade and more ways to enjoy the space in summer.
The couple planned ahead and have made numerous changes in recent years for age-friendly living and energy-efficient modernization. New windows with WAREMA front-mounted external venetian blinds bring daylight indoors and give the building a contemporary look. What was still missing was an outdoor place to enjoy the sun and the view of nature.
For direct access to the terrace, the existing kitchen window was enlarged into a door and fitted with an external venetian blind and insect screen. The terrace was built at floor level despite the sloping site. A Perea pergola awning provides shade and can make the terrace usable in different weather conditions.
Use WAREMA's information and support services to prepare for your renovation. Planning early can help you make more informed decisions about sun shading and installation.
Use the interactive WAREMA configurator to assemble sun shading products to your preferences and visualize them in 3D.
Which fabric, pattern and color? Explore different design options and find a sun shading solution that suits your ideas.
Whether you want to improve energy efficiency, increase comfort or refresh the design, WAREMA offers a range of sun shading solutions for renovation projects, including smart home control systems. Discover options for your project and start planning.
A couple from Munich searched for a special property for a long time and eventually found a garden apartment with a pool near Lake Starnberg.
The apartment was extensively renovated with a new floor plan, selected vintage furniture and floor-to-ceiling windows. After just over a year of work, the result was a home full of individual details.
Visit us at one of our Sunlight Experience Centres or contact your local WAREMA specialist retailer for advice and a project-specific quotation. The specialist dealer search helps you find a suitable contact in your area.
From new builds and renovations to windows, doors and outdoor areas: Discover planning aids, guides and inspiration on sun shading, insect and pollen protection, as well as information on comfort, security and energy efficiency.
The WAREMA brand stands for high-quality sun shading solutions that adapt flexibly to your life. As a leading European manufacturer, the family-owned company develops individual solutions for windows, patios, balconies and outdoor areas. The portfolio ranges from external venetian blinds and roller shutters to awnings and patio roofs, as well as insect screens and intelligent sun shading control systems. In cooperation with qualified specialist companies, all solutions are carefully planned and professionally installed on site. You benefit from long-lasting quality, reliable service and enhanced comfort – for a harmonious interplay of light, shade and living space, today and in the future.