Sun Sail for the Of Eden – Shading the Spree Terrace in Berlin
Right on the banks of the Spree in Berlin, with a view of the Oberbaumbrücke, sits the Of Eden – a place where modern Oriental-Anatolian cuisine, architecture and lifestyle come together. Generous glass surfaces, clean lines and the open waterside terrace define the venue. One central question arose here: how do you create shade at a wind-exposed location without disturbing the architecture?
Sun protection that belongs to the architecture
Every project begins with the place. For the Of Eden on the Spree we created a made-to-measure sun sail that shades the open terrace without disturbing the clean waterside architecture – wind-stable and at the push of a button.
A made-to-measure, retractable sun sail – precisely planned and tuned exactly to the windy Spree location.
The sail spans the terrace and protects both the outdoor area and the interior behind it from direct sunlight. At the same time, the open view of the Spree stays completely clear.
Control is fully automatic:
In the morning the sail extends via the sun sensor and retracts again in the evening. The system is complemented by wind monitoring that provides added safety.
Particular attention was paid to architectural integration. The shading was meant to defer to the striking building – not stand in front of it. Posts and brackets were placed and shaped to recede visually and fit harmoniously into the facade.
The structural elements – columns, posts and brackets – are kept understated and recede into the background. The result is a shading solution perceived not as a technical feature but as a natural part of the architecture.
The sun sail noticeably reduces heat on the terrace and keeps guests outdoors even on hot days. The large glass surfaces stay clear – with no lowered blinds or intrusive parasols.
The waterside terrace becomes a true open-air dining space: sheltered, calm and usable in almost any weather.
The sail extends automatically in the morning and retracts automatically in the evening, controlled by the light and wind sensor. In a storm with wind above 20 m/s the sail retracts automatically.
The most common question – answered here: what happens in wind?
Wind resistance is the question our clients ask most – and this project shows the answer. The sun sail is wind-stable up to wind force 7 (50–61 km/h) and retracts fully automatically via the integrated wind sensor when wind picks up. So the terrace stays protected even in an exposed spot, with no one needing to step in.
Project highlights
Shade without losing the view
The retractable sail shades the terrace and interior without limiting the open view of the Spree and the Oberbaumbrücke.
Part of the architecture
Posts and brackets recede discreetly. The shading feels not technical, but a natural part of the building.
Fully automatic with wind sensor
Sun and wind sensors control the sail: out in the morning, in at night. In strong wind it retracts safely on its own – decisive at this exposed location.
Better climate indoors
The sail lowers the heat on the terrace and in the dining room – with no blinds at all. The large glass surfaces stay completely clear.
We answer your questions.
Yes. Our sun sails are wind-stable up to wind force 7 (50–61 km/h) and, thanks to the water-shedding fabric, in use all year round. When wind picks up, the sail retracts automatically via the wind sensor if you wish, keeping it optimally protected.
Yes. The sail is controlled fully automatically by remote control, app or smart home integration. Combined with sun and wind sensors, it responds to the weather on its own – with no need for you to step in.
Every LET sun sail is made to measure – designed, sewn and fitted in our manufactory in Upper Austria (Made in Austria). Shape, size, fabric and mechanics are tuned exactly to your architecture and your outdoor space.
After a no-obligation consultation we capture your situation conveniently via a digital visit – with no on-site appointment – and plan the solution in detail. You get a dedicated contact who guides you from the first sketch to the finished installation.
You receive a 5-year guarantee plus DACH-wide on-site service: winterising, bringing out of storage, maintenance and repairs come straight from us – with a dedicated contact who knows your project.
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