A Simi Valley homeowner wanted shade and privacy on their patio without the bulk of a traditional covered structure. The answer was a set of Apollo PowerScreen motorized privacy shades built to the exact dimensions of the space — see our motorized patio screens page for full specs.

The shades were installed in a hoodless configuration, which keeps the roofline clean and removes the visual weight that a standard cassette housing adds. That detail mattered to this homeowner. The open design sits flush with the patio architecture rather than competing with it. Glare was the immediate problem being solved — afternoon sun was making the space unusable for most of the day.
Drop them down for shade and privacy, raise them completely and they disappear. No manual cranking, no stored hardware sitting out in the open.
If your patio is getting more sun than use, get a free estimate and we will measure the opening and walk you through fabric and configuration options.