There are endless possibilities for enhancing your home with awnings or canopies - over windows to enhance your architecture, off the patio creating an "outdoor living room", even above the doorway for a decorative twist using either stationary or retractable awnings.

Awnings are very effective for shading windows (they can block 60% of heat).  Installing awning kits will lower air-conditioning costs and improve comfort.  They also can increase the life of furniture, carpeting, drapes, etc.