Shade Smart · Richmond
Louvre Roofs & Outdoor Living in Richmond
Add a premium outdoor room to your Richmond home. We design and install custom louvre roofs, pergolas and outdoor blinds for new builds and established homes across Richmond and Tasman.
New Zealand made
Locally based team
Custom designed
Professionally installed
Outdoor living Richmond
Designed around Richmond.
Richmond has grown quickly, with new subdivisions and family homes spreading toward the ranges. Many of these homes have generous outdoor areas that face the afternoon sun — perfect in spring, but often too hot to use in summer.
At Shade Smart, we design outdoor living that fits new and established Richmond homes. Every system is custom made to suit your house, from louvre roofs to motorised blinds, and designed to look like part of the original architecture.
Louvre roofs Richmond
A louvre roof turns a sun-baked Richmond patio into a comfortable outdoor room, with blades you can tilt for shade or open for winter warmth.
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Outdoor blinds Richmond
Motorised outdoor blinds block low afternoon sun and glare, keeping your outdoor area and living room cooler.
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Pergolas Richmond
A Transroof pergola gives you a bright, UV-protected outdoor area — ideal for family homes and entertaining.
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Turn your deck into another room.
A properly designed louvre roof combined with outdoor blinds can turn an exposed deck or patio into a sheltered outdoor living area — somewhere to eat, relax and entertain long after the sun drops behind the Remarkables.
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Reviews
Loved by homeowners across New Zealand.
“We had a custom built Louvre system installed over our decking. It was quite complex due to the size and the fact we have solar panels. Special brackets needed to be made and the guys did a great job working it all out. We are extremely happy with the end result. Excellent product that works well and looks fantastic.”
“We highly recommend Shade Smart precision engineering, quality products strong and attractive, first class Company providing attention, care, quality, value for money.”
“The guys were great to deal with, sharp price compared to the competition and the finished louvers came up great.”
“Great product and service, got my outdoor motorised blind working with google homes and has all the smart function with the wifi built-in blinds.”
“Their staff who installed the roof and blinds worked efficiently and professionally at all times. Two minor problems with electronics were solved almost immediately and we could not fault the follow up service.”
“Angus and team helped my parents build a pergola. Very nice and professional, would definitely recommend.”
Areas we service
Richmond · Hope · Brightwater · Wakefield · Appleby · Mapua · Ruby Bay
Process
From idea to outdoor living.
01
Site visit
We visit your property and discuss how you want to use the space.
02
Design
We measure the area and develop the ideal solution.
03
Visualise
Where appropriate, our design team prepares drawings and 3D visualisation so you can understand the finished result.
04
Install
Our experienced team professionally installs your new outdoor living system.
Warranty
Built for the long term.
10years
Louvre, shade and canopy systems
Canopies, awnings, louvres, shades, covers and supplied accessories, including frame and roof.
5years
Outdoor blinds
Outdoor blinds from the date of purchase.
3years
Electrical components
Motors, LED lights and power transformers.
All warranties run from the date of purchase and apply under current Shade Smart warranty terms. Warranty does not cover wear and tear, accidental, careless or intentional damage, theft or loss. Read full warranty terms.
FAQs
Richmond questions
Can you add a louvre roof to a new build?+
Yes. We work with homeowners and builders on new builds, and can plan the system in early so it integrates cleanly.
Do you service Brightwater and Wakefield?+
Yes. We cover Richmond, Hope, Brightwater, Wakefield and surrounding Tasman areas.
Is a site visit in Richmond free?+
Yes. We'll arrange a time to visit your Richmond property, measure up, talk through options and give you a free, no-obligation written quote.
Wondering what it might cost? Try our cost estimator for a rough guide, then book a free site visit.
Free consultation
What could we create at your Richmond home?