Copper awnings – understanding styles and design choices

By: Andre Savoie, | Posted: 11th June 2009

Copper Awnings Styles: From Elegant Classics to Eye-Catching Contemporaries

Copper awnings present a stylish and durable environmentally friendly option to lengthen the lives of your doors and windows while providing superior sun and rain protection.

Although traditionally featured in older stone buildings, copper is making resurgence in a variety of settings. In fact, copper is a versatile material that lets you express your own personal style while perfectly matching the exterior of any building.

Here is a sampling of the styles and types of copper awnings you can find for your home or building:

Textured Awnings

You can choose smooth, clean looks to complement a classic or modern building. Some awnings are made from a single sheet of copper, providing a smooth flawless finish. Other awnings can have prominent seams to create a classic look.

Other styles include the Victorian style - offering a more detailed, ornate look. This may include a tile-like appearance or sculpted edges.

Standing Seam Awnings

You can choose a basic standing seam awning with simple elegance to match any building. These awnings can be flat, or they can have a concave design. Wrought iron brackets come in a variety of styles to personalize your choice.

Wedge Awnings

A wedge style awning includes copper sides. The pitch of the wedge can vary, as can the detail of the seams. This is a simple and classic style.

Canopy Awnings

Copper is the perfect material for a canopy. You can choose a simple canopy with varying arches, or an ornate canopy with fine curves and detailed edges. For example, the canopy can have a straight wedge shape, or it can take on additional flare with a curved design.

Dome Awnings

A dome awning adds a distinctive look to the exterior of your home. Domes come in a variety of styles. For example you can choose a smooth and rounded style for a modern look. Or, perhaps you're looking for a more classic look. Well, in that case you can choose a dome with simple curves on the edges, and clean angles.


Choose a Copper Awning to Fit Any Architectural Style

Whether you're looking for an antique style to match a gothic building, a classic and simple design to fit any exterior, or a modern sleek design to match a contemporary building, copper is the right material for your awnings.

As you can see, copper is truly a versatile material. You're sure to find just the right style and type to add the perfect accent to your building. The exterior of your building says a lot about your style. Choose a copper awning that allows you to express yourself. From classic to modern, and everything in-between, copper awnings bring stylish functionality to any building

Andre' Savoie writes for Crescent City Copper, a copper sheet metal fabricator of copper metal awnings. Visit our website to find a full range of copper awnings to suit any style or budget.
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