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Turn your terrace into a true outdoor room
More and more people want to extend their home outdoors. Not by adding extra walls, but by making the terrace feel like a natural continuation of the living room, kitchen or dining area. When your patio is directly connected to the house, the challenge is clear: you want more comfort outside without losing light and openness inside.
That is why the type of cover makes such a difference. A fabric roof, louvred roof, glass roof or awning affects not only your patio, but also how your home feels.
With the right patio cover, awning or pergola, you can turn your patio into a comfortable outdoor room without compromising indoor light, openness or living comfort.
An outdoor room, not a dark room indoors
A patio adjoining your home sits directly in front of your windows and living spaces. Everything you install there determines how much daylight enters your home and how open the connection with your garden remains.
That is why an attached shading solution requires a well-considered approach. The aim is not simply to cover your patio. The aim is to create a place that offers shade, shelter and comfort whenever you need it - while keeping your home bright and pleasant when the cover is open.
Retractable systems such as the Brustor B128, B128 XL and awnings are ideal for this: when open, they allow maximum light indoors; when closed, they provide shade and shelter.
A glass roof pergola offers permanent protection from rain without loss of light. If you prefer a more architectural look, the B200 XL with Smart-Fix® offers adjustable shade and expansion options such as screens.
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Why choose a patio cover?
Because outdoor comfort should feel effortless.
With a cover, you can use your patio more often and more flexibly:
you can sit outside in sunshine and in changeable weather
you keep control over light and shade
you protect furniture and create extra living space
you turn your patio into a fully fledged extension of your home
A well-designed solution makes the transition between indoors and outdoors feel smooth and natural.
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The B128: the flexibility of an awning, the structure of a pergola
The Brustor B128 is an ideal solution for patios adjoining the home because it combines the best of both worlds:
Like an awning, the fabric roof can be rolled away whenever you want maximum light indoors and an open view.
Like a patio cover, the structure gives your patio a clearer outdoor-room feeling.
This flexibility means your patio adapts to the moment, the season and the way you live.
The slim design also helps the structure blend beautifully into the architecture of the house, without visually separating the patio from the indoor space.
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The B128 XL: for larger patios and professional outdoor spaces
For larger patios, the B128 XL delivers the same flexible outdoor comfort on a larger scale.
This makes it especially suitable for spacious residential patios, hospitality terraces and larger outdoor areas where comfort, atmosphere and flexibility are important, without losing the open feeling of the space.
With the retractable fabric roof, you decide how much shade or light you want. When open, the system keeps the patio and the rooms behind it bright and airy. When closed, it creates a comfortable covered place to dine, relax or welcome guests.
That balance is particularly valuable for hospitality. A terrace that adapts to changing weather conditions creates more opportunities to welcome guests comfortably, without compromising atmosphere or experience.
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Also possible with an awning
Creating a cosy and comfortable outdoor space does not always require a patio cover.
An awning or retractable awning is often the most open and flexible solution for a patio adjoining the home. When the awning is retracted, the windows remain clear and daylight can flow indoors without obstruction.
When you need shade, the motorised awning extends over the patio and instantly creates a pleasant place to sit, dine or relax.
An awning is particularly suitable when you:
want maximum daylight indoors when the fabric is rolled into the cassette
want to maintain a light and airy feeling around the house
want a comfortable patio without a permanent roof structure
For many homes, an awning is the simplest way to enjoy the patio more often while keeping the connection between house and garden fully open.
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Prefer a louvred roof?
Some people prefer the appearance and comfort of a patio cover with a louvred roof. It gives the outdoor space a stronger architectural character and lets you control light, ventilation and shelter by tilting the louvres.
For attached patios, the Brustor B200 XL with Smart-Fix® is particularly relevant.
With the Smart-Fix® option, the patio cover can be installed against the facade and prepared for integrated screens. You can therefore start with the cover itself and add screens later if you want more privacy, wind protection or shade.
This makes the B200 XL with Smart-Fix® a future-proof choice for anyone who wants a more complete outdoor room while keeping the layout of the space flexible.
The B200 is a different solution from the B128 or an awning. The B128 and awnings focus strongly on openness and natural light when they are open. The B200 focuses more on architectural comfort, adjustable shade and the possibility of adding integrated side protection.
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What about patio covers with glass?
A patio cover with glass is a strong option if you want permanent protection from rain while retaining as much daylight as possible.
Because the roof is transparent, the patio feels covered but not enclosed. You remain connected to the sky, the garden and the natural light around your home.
That makes glass roofs especially interesting for attached patios where daylight inside the home is a priority.
On warm or sunny days, a glass roof can be combined with additional solar shading, such as screens or roof shading, to keep the space comfortable.
This way, you combine permanent shelter with a bright, open feeling.
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More than a patio
A well-designed patio changes the way you live. It becomes a place to have breakfast, relax, work or spend time together - without a clear boundary between indoors and outdoors.
Because it connects directly to your home, you naturally step into it. Outdoor living becomes a natural part of your daily routine.
And because the cover is attached to the house, the threshold is low. You simply open the door and step into an extra living space.
Choose consciously
The right choice depends on your priorities:
Maximum daylight in your home: B128 or awning
Large patios: B128 XL
Minimalist solution: awning
Architectural comfort: a louvred roof
Permanent shelter + light: glass roof
The essence is not which cover you choose, but how you want indoors and outdoors to work together.
Your priority | Best-suited solution | Why |
Maximum daylight indoors and flexible shade | The roof or fabric can be opened or retracted when you do not need it | |
A larger attached outdoor room | Ideal for spacious patios and hospitality terraces | |
A light, open and discreet terrace solution | Minimal visual impact when retracted | |
Architectural outdoor comfort with adjustable shade | Louvre control and future-proof screen integration | |
Permanent shelter with maximum daylight | Keeps the patio sheltered while preserving natural light | |
More privacy and wind protection | Creates a more enclosed outdoor-room feeling |
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Get more out of outdoor living
With the right combination of light, shade and comfort, you can use your patio more often and for longer. Screens, lighting and heating make that difference even greater.
Integrated screens create more privacy and protection from wind or low sun. LED lighting adds atmosphere on long summer evenings, while patio heating keeps your outdoor space comfortable on cooler days too.
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Turn your patio into an extension of your home
Covering a patio does not mean closing it off - it means extending it.
Whether you choose a fabric roof, awning, louvres or glass, the right solution lets you live outdoors without giving anything up indoors.
That way, your patio is no longer a place next to your home, but a fully fledged outdoor room.
Frequently asked questions
Which patio cover lets the most daylight into the home?
A retractable or folding-arm awning, such as the Brustor B128 or B128 XL, is an excellent choice when maximizing daylight is important. The fabric can be easily extended to create shade or retracted when you want to let as much natural light as possible into your home.
A glass roof is also a strong alternative if you are looking for permanent protection from rain while maintaining a bright and open feel.
Keep in mind that while a glass roof allows abundant daylight, it can also lead to heat build-up on warm or sunny days. In such cases, additional solar shading—such as a B129 installed underneath the glass roof—can help regulate comfort on the terrace.
Is a patio cover or an awning better for a terrace attached to the home?
This depends on the level of comfort you are aiming for and the technical possibilities of your home. An awning is more discreet and keeps the terrace fully open when retracted.
A patio cover, such as the B128 or the B200 XL with Smart-Fix®, creates a true outdoor room and offers more possibilities for integrated comfort features.
Technical factors like the façade, ground surface and installation conditions also play an important role. That’s why personal advice is essential to determine which solution best fits your home and terrace.
Why choose the B128 for a terrace attached to the home?
The B128 combines the flexibility of an awning with the structure of a patio cover. Its retractable fabric roof allows you to maximize daylight indoors when open, while providing shade and comfort when closed.
Another key benefit is its expandability. Over time, you can upgrade the B128 with additional screens in a casing, offering enhanced privacy, wind protection or shielding from low sun.
When is the B128 XL the better choice?
The B128 XL is ideal for larger terraces, spacious outdoor living areas and hospitality settings where greater coverage is needed—without compromising on flexibility.
For added comfort, the B128 XL can be equipped with integrated side screens. These provide extra shelter, increased privacy and enhance the feeling of a cosy outdoor room.
Why choose the B200 XL with Smart-Fix®?
The B200 XL with Smart-Fix® is a great solution if you want a louvred patio cover mounted to the façade, with the option to integrate screens later on. This allows you to build your outdoor space with future needs in mind.
The Smart-Fix® system also offers a slimmer wall-mounted housing compared to a standard B200 XL setup, making it an excellent choice for a clean, architectural look.
Depending on the number of screens and the selected configuration, the technical setup may vary—for example, if external electronics are required. A Brustor dealer will always assess the most suitable configuration for your specific situation.
Are patio covers with a glass roof suitable for terraces attached to the home?
Yes. A patio cover with a glass roof is ideal when you want permanent protection from rain while keeping both the terrace and adjoining indoor spaces bright.
Because glass allows a high level of natural light to pass through, the terrace maintains an open and airy feel. On warm or sunny days, additional shading under the glass roof can be installed to better control heat and intense sunlight.
This way, you combine permanent shelter with a bright, comfortable outdoor living experience.
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