Patio awnings are all the rage as summer approaches. Awnings are having a moment. And it’s no wonder why. For one thing, awnings often pay for themselves in energy savings. Window awnings can reduce ...

Awnings have been a source of shelter from the elements since the 1600s, when they were used in bazaars to protect perishables from the sweltering sun. By the mid-19th century, canvas awnings began ...