Box / Cassette Awnings
The Ultimate in Fabric Protection and Architectural Integration
Uncompromised Protection & Style
Full cassette awnings represent the pinnacle of retractable shading technology. By completely enclosing the fabric and mechanism within a sleek aluminum housing when retracted, these solutions offer maximum protection against the elements while maintaining a minimalist architectural profile.
Why Choose a Full Cassette Solution?
Total Fabric Protection
When retracted, the fabric and mechanical arms are hermetically sealed inside the 'box', shielding them from rain, snow, dirt, and nesting insects.
Extended Solution Lifespan
By protecting the core components from environmental degradation, cassette awnings can last significantly longer than traditional open solutions.
Architectural Asset
The compact, sleek housing is designed to complement modern and classic architecture, disappearing into the facade when not in use.
Integrated Lighting Options
Many models, like the Stobag Camabox, offer integrated LED lighting directly in the cassette for beautiful evening ambiance.
Ideal For...
Exposed Facades
Perfect for south-facing walls or roof installations where the awning is fully exposed to salt air, wind, and coastal rain.
Modern Custom Homes
The clean lines of the Camabox and Tendabox solutions align perfectly with minimalist, contemporary architectural designs.
High-Traffic Patios
Durable Swiss engineering ensures consistent performance for busy residential decks and commercial outdoor spaces.
Swiss Engineering & Tech
Five Eight Twelve proudly supplies Stobag cassette solutions, synonymous with precision and performance in the shading industry.
Powered by Somfy Intelligence
Automation is standard for all our cassette solutions, providing effortless protection and ease of use:
- ✓Wind sensors for automatic retraction
- ✓Sun sensors for proactive heat management
- ✓Smartphone & tablet control (TaHoma)
- ✓Integrated lighting & heating control
- ✓Precision motor 'soft-close' for the cassette
Experience seamless shading that responds to the environment automatically.
Premium Textile Collection
A cassette awning is only as good as the fabric it protects. Select from industry-leading textiles including Sunbrella® and Sattler®, featuring self-cleaning effects and massive UV blockage.
The Five Eight Twelve Edge
We don't just supply awnings; we provide engineered shading solutions backed by:
- •Indepth technical Knowledge
- •Objective-oriented product specification
- •Direct manufacturer relationships for better value
- •Professional, certified installation teams
- •Comprehensive BC wide maintenance & support
Longevity Guaranteed
"Our cassette solutions are chosen by clients who value long-term performance and architectural integrity. They are the benchmark for luxury outdoor shading."
Authorized Bromic Heating Dealer
Pair Your Awning with Radiant Heat
Your awning's controls can run more than fabric. Bromic electric radiant heaters mount safely under an awning at the right clearances and extend patio evenings deep into fall. We design and install both, working together.
You Might Also Be Looking For
Two alternatives worth comparing before you decide, and the two add-ons cassette awning owners choose most.
CompareOpen Awnings
Same shade without the cassette, at a lower price point.
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ComparePergola Awnings
Rail-guided fabric roof for larger, windier patios.
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Pairs wellBromic Outdoor Heating
Electric radiant heat sized for use under fabric.
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Pairs wellZip Screen Systems
Close off the sides against low sun and wind.
Explore >Buying Guides & Expert Advice
Deeper reading from our knowledge base to help you choose the right solution.
Retractable Awnings in Vancouver and BC | A Complete Guide
Retractable awnings give you on-demand shade and weather protection without the permanence of a fixed structure. This guide explains the types available in BC, how they handle Vancouver's climate, what they cost, and how to choose the right system for your home or patio.
Read guide →GuideAwning Fabric Guide | Sunbrella, Dickson, and Sattler Compared
The fabric is the most visible and most weather-exposed component of any awning. This guide explains solution-dyed acrylic, compares the three leading brands we install, and helps you decide based on climate, aesthetics, and application.
Read guide →GuideWinterizing Outdoor Shade Systems | A BC Checklist
A 30-minute fall routine significantly extends the lifespan of outdoor shade systems in BC. This checklist walks through what to do for awnings, pergolas, louvered roofs, and exterior screens before winter.
Read guide →GuideAwning Maintenance and Annual Cleaning | A BC Owner's Guide
A retractable awning that's cleaned and maintained annually typically outlasts one that isn't by years. This guide walks through the simple seasonal routine that keeps fabric, arms, and motor performing like new in BC's climate.
Read guide →Sealed & secured. The discerning choice.
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