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Report: Internal & External Electric Roof Blinds – Robin

Introduction

Thank you for taking the time to talk with me about your project. Based on our conversation, I’ve put together this report to reflect what matters most to you. Inside, you’ll find examples of the systems we discussed, how they would work in your space, and what you can realistically expect in terms of performance and cost.

When you’re ready, you can book a TEAMS call with me and I’ll walk you through everything step by step.

1. Your Key Areas

  • Area 1: Gym Skylight 1050mm x 1850mm structural opening
  • Area 2: Open plan Kitchen Framed Skylight External 3000mm x 1000m external kerb

2. Your Key Priority

  • Area 1: Manage Light levels
  • Area 2: Dramatically reduce heat gain
  • Area 1: Athena electric roof blind
  • Area 2: Artemis External Shading System

Athena Electric Roof Blind System

This system works for Area 1

  • Compatible with Somfy Tahoma Hub and automated sun sensors
  • 3 times more fabric tension than Constant Tension Systems delivering flatter fabrics
  • No visible cords across the structural opening
  • Size parameters of 3m x 3m or 2.5m x 4.5m
  • Headbox 125mm wide x 105mm tall or 145mm wide x 125mm tall
  • Side profiles 54mm
  • Motor 35 decibels
  • Dimensionally Stable Roller Fabrics that deliver on performance
  • White Hardware as standard. Custom RAL Classic powder coating options

Athena Fabric Options

Stuart’s Athena electric roof blind not distracting from the roof lantern
Cinematic room with long skylight fitted with Twin Zeus solar-powered blackout roof blinds.
Felicity’s cinematic space with Twin Athena’s meeting in the middle
The Athena giving a false ceiling effect tensioning Copaco Serge 600 Lunar Blackout fabric.
Blindspace Concealed Athena Blackout Roof Blind

Concealment Sizing for Athena < 3000mm long

Alternative to Blindspace Patented Hinge Concealment With The Athena

Shelving design created by Taz & Stuart’s builders to house the Athena elecric roof blind

The Honeycomb SKY electric roof blind

This system works for Area 1

  • Lightweight system using 25mm cellular fabric
  • Parameters of 3000mm wide by 5000mm long
  • No visible cords within 1500mm wide by 3400mm long
  • Fabric choice Dimout or Blackout
  • Transformer 251 x 30 x 16mm required or Battery Solar Powered
  • 25mm trim
  • Available in White, Black or Anthracite Grey as standard
Honeycomb SKY cellular fabric electric roof blind

Concealment Sizing for Honeycomb SKY @ 2000mm long

The Artemis electric skylight blind

This system works for Areas 2

  • Stops 88% – 93% heat before it enters the glazing
  • Tensioned shading system with no visible cords over the glazing.
  • Dimensionally stable fabrics that deliver on performance, aesthetics and weatherability.
  • Pressure Diecast Powder coated aluminium headbox for extra strength
  • Compatible with Somfy Tahoma Hub and automated sun sensors
  • Wind resistance: Up to 24 mph (approx. 38.6 km/hBeaufort Force 5 (fresh breeze).
Andrew’s Artemis spanning two framed skylights

Artemis Fabric Options

Control Options

  • Somfy Tahoma Hub & Smart Phone App (compatible with motors above)
  • Automated sun sensors
  • Alexa voice control
  • Remote Control Handsets

This combinations offers you the best of touch & voice control and the option of sun automation

Costs

Based on your roof glazing sizing, your chosen system and your preferred fabric, your costs are subject to survey

  • Area 1 Athena £3,445 or Honeycomb SKY £1,350 inclusive of VAT & touch control
  • Area 1 Blindspace Concealment supplied for £2,850 inclusive of VAT for Athena and £2200 inclusive of VAT for Honeycomb SKY
  • Area 2 Artemis External Roof Blind £ 4480 inclusive of VAT and remote handset
  • Wind / Sun sensor £190 each
  • Manufacturing Survey £ 650 inclusive of VAT
  • Installation Labour team per day £1250 (allowing one day)
  • Somfy Tahoma Hub / App £ Free Gift From WindowTreat

Example Scenario: No Blindspace but Athena & Artemis Roof blinds fitted = £10K

Marketing Scheme Discount

  • £300

You have the option to take part in our marketing scheme. In return for the £300 discount on your electric roof lantern blind, we ask for a video conversation with Steve, our General Manager, along with multiple photos or videos (sent via We Transfer) of your finished installation that we can use for marketing.

This helps future customers understand our solutions and gives Steve valuable insight into how we can continue to improve our service. Your feedback plays a real part in shaping the experience for the next homeowner.

Next Steps

You now have a clear understanding of the right systems and investement costs. The next step is yours.

You are welcome to join me on a TEAMS video call. I can take you through this solution in more detail, answer your questions, address any concerns and potentially look at alternative options if need be.

Available times are shown in my diary at the end of this article.

Athena Electric Roof Blinds

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Blindspace Concealment Systems

Designing Roof Lanterns & Skylights for Blindspace. The Complete Guide to Concealing Athena Electric Roof Blinds. – WindowTreat

Success Story: James’ Concealed Blackout Blinds for a Luxury Garage Extension – WindowTreat

Success Story: George’s Partially Concealed 2m x 4m Athena Electric Roof Blind – WindowTreat

Artemis External Electric Blind

Bernard and Agnes: Cooling Their Dream Extension in Bristol – WindowTreat

Rachel I Artemis External Roof Blind I Customer Testimonial

Gail & Demetris I Artemis External Roof Blind I Customer Testimonial


Author: Chris Gargett, Co-Founder - Director of Solutions & Operations
Chris Gargett

Chris is the lead technical specialist who personally guides homeowners from initial consultation to final installation, ensuring every shading solution seamlessly integrates with the architecture to preserve your dream home.

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