Smart Shade Structures designed and installed a custom retractable fabric pergola for this open-air restaurant patio in Key Biscayne, giving the operator full control over sun, rain, and airflow without losing the open-sky dining experience guests love in South Florida. The system expanded their dining area and allows for more guests no matter the weather. The motorized fabric roof glides along an aluminum track system, so staff can open the canopy on breezy evenings or close it fully during Miami’s midday sun and sudden downpours. The structure converts the patio into a semi-enclosed space that works as both indoor and outdoor seating — protecting furniture, string lighting, and guests year-round.
Key features:
Motorized retractable fabric roof, spanning 42 feet wide with a 28 foot projection
Commercial-grade aluminum frame, engineered for Miami-Dade wind load and hurricane-zone codes
Custom-fit to the building’s architecture for a seamless, built-in look
Coastal-rated materials built to withstand salt air and humidity near Biscayne Bay
For restaurants across Key Biscayne, Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach, a retractable pergola means more usable outdoor dining days, protected investments in furniture and decor, and a polished, weather-proof guest experience — rain or shine.
