Pergola Square installation in County Wicklow
This residential project in County Wicklow features a large made-to-measure Pergola Square installed directly beside the property's glazed living area.
The structure measures 600 × 300 cm and is finished in RAL 7016 Anthracite Grey. The dark aluminium frame works particularly well with the existing glazing and contemporary extension, creating a clean transition between the interior and outdoor terrace.
The pergola combines a motorised retractable fabric roof with a separately controlled front drop blind, giving the homeowner much more flexibility than a standard fixed-height fabric roof system.
Motorised retractable U371 fabric roof
The main roof uses U371 fabric within a motorised retractable system. The roof can be extended when shade or coverage is required and retracted when the homeowner wants more natural light on the terrace or through the adjoining glazing.
This type of adjustable roof is especially practical in Ireland, where sunlight and weather conditions can change quickly throughout the day.
When open, the structure remains visually light and allows the patio to feel connected to the garden. When extended, it creates a clearly defined and comfortable outdoor area beside the house.
Motorised front drop blind for light control
A key feature of this installation is the motorised front drop blind. This is not a separate ZIP screen. It forms part of the pergola roof system and can be adjusted independently from the main roof.
The front drop helps control low-angle sunlight entering beneath the pergola, making the covered area more comfortable at times when the sun is lower in the sky.
Because the front section can move independently, the homeowner can fine-tune the amount of protection without needing to fully close the main roof.
A practical solution where mounting height is limited
The front drop blind also plays an important technical role in the design of this Pergola Square.
It helps the system create the required roof angle for water run-off without needing excessive installation height at the building.
This makes the system particularly useful for properties where the available wall height is restricted by rooflines, fascias, extensions, windows or other architectural details.
Instead of requiring a very high rear fixing point, the adjustable front section allows the correct fall to be created within a more compact installation envelope.
Two independent motors for separate control
This Wicklow installation uses two independent motors.
- One motor operates the main retractable U371 roof.
- The second motor operates the front drop blind.
This means the two sections can be controlled separately depending on sunlight, required shade and the preferred roof angle.
The result is a much more flexible system than a single-motor roof, particularly on installations where both shading and drainage geometry need to be adjusted.
Large 6 metre pergola integrated with the house
At approximately 6 metres wide, the pergola provides substantial coverage across the patio while remaining visually well proportioned to the property.
The structure is wall mounted at the rear and supported by front posts, leaving the main terrace area open and uncluttered.
From inside the home, the pergola frames the garden rather than blocking it. The photographs show that the large glazed living area still retains a broad view outdoors while benefiting from adjustable overhead shading.
RAL 7016 anthracite construction
The aluminium structure is finished in RAL 7016 Anthracite Grey, one of the most popular finishes for modern pergola installations.
On this property, the colour closely matches the existing dark window and door frames, helping the pergola feel like part of the architecture rather than a separate addition.
Project specification
- Product: Pergola Square
- Location: County Wicklow
- Size: 600 × 300 cm
- Construction: RAL 7016 Anthracite Grey
- Roof fabric: U371
- Roof operation: Motorised retractable roof
- Front: Motorised front drop blind
- Motors: 2 independent motors
- Installation: Wall mounted
- Supplier & installer: AD Solutions
Pergolas in Wicklow and surrounding areas
AD Solutions supplies and installs made-to-measure pergolas throughout County Wicklow, including Bray, Greystones, Delgany, Kilcoole, Newtownmountkennedy, Wicklow Town and surrounding areas.
Every installation is specified around the property, available mounting height, patio dimensions, fixing conditions and the amount of shade or weather protection required.
Depending on the system, options can include motorised retractable roofs, front drop blinds, ZIP screens, integrated lighting and different frame and fabric finishes.
If you are considering a pergola where installation height is limited, a system with a motorised front drop blind can be particularly useful because it allows the required roof fall to be achieved without needing an excessively high rear fixing point.
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Frequently asked questions
What size is this Pergola Square in Wicklow?
The system measures approximately 600 cm wide by 300 cm projection.
Is the roof motorised?
Yes. The U371 fabric roof is operated by its own motor and can be extended or retracted independently.
What is the front drop blind used for?
The front drop blind helps control low-angle sunlight and also helps create the required roof angle for water run-off.
Is the front drop blind separately motorised?
Yes. The installation uses two independent motors: one for the main roof and one for the front drop blind.
Why is a front drop useful where building height is limited?
It allows the system to create the required slope for drainage without needing the rear of the pergola to be mounted excessively high on the building.
What colour is the pergola structure?
The aluminium frame is finished in RAL 7016 Anthracite Grey.
Which fabric was used?
The installation uses U371 fabric for the retractable roof and front drop section.
Do you install pergolas elsewhere in Wicklow?
Yes. AD Solutions installs pergolas across Wicklow, including Bray, Greystones, Delgany, Kilcoole, Newtownmountkennedy and surrounding areas.