Blinds & Shutters - Issue 4/2023
As we reach the end of summer which has not been the greatest in terms of weather it will be interesting to see which way the wind is blowing in regard to the environment as the next general election approaches. I live close to London and the ULEZ extension has been on top of the agenda for many people. The statistics on London’s air quality are extremely worrying with the WHO saying that air pollution far exceeds limits. Do we ignore the evidence and continue to put lives at risk? I would imagine we would not like a polluting business near our home or place of work and it is impressive that blinds companies are stepping up and taking on board their environmental responsibilities. We are all aware that there is a cost involved, but it seems a small price to pay for a healthy future. John Hatcher editor
As we reach the end of summer which has not been the greatest in terms of weather it will be interesting to see which way the wind is blowing in regard to the environment as the next general election approaches.
I live close to London and the ULEZ extension has been on top of the agenda for many people. The statistics on London’s air quality are extremely worrying with the WHO saying that air pollution far exceeds limits. Do we ignore the evidence and continue to put lives at risk? I would imagine we would not like a polluting business near our home or place of work and it is impressive that blinds companies are stepping up and taking on board their environmental responsibilities.
We are all aware that there is a cost involved, but it seems a small price to pay for a healthy future.
John Hatcher
editor
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AWNINGS<br />
History awaits<br />
Lewens has a rich<br />
history, as <strong>Blinds</strong> &<br />
<strong>Shutters</strong> found out<br />
The 25-year company history of awning and<br />
glass roof manufacturer Lewens is<br />
characterised by the highest aspirations in<br />
respect of product quality. It is an approach that<br />
has paid off, as demonstrated by the recognition<br />
given to the manufacturer's product<br />
developments in recent years in the form of<br />
numerous technical and design awards.<br />
The use of high-quality materials and<br />
outstanding craftsmanship are as important to<br />
Lewens in developing and producing its awnings<br />
and glass roofs as the function, technology and<br />
design of the products, which follow the latest<br />
trends and market innovations and are also<br />
influenced by contemporary taste and consumer<br />
habits. "The maxim of 'form follows function'<br />
remains a basic principle here, guaranteeing our<br />
clients and consumers optimal technical<br />
functionality and ease of operation," says Philip<br />
Lewens, managing director of the company. "But<br />
what is more, a design with its own design<br />
language is an extremely important criterion,<br />
which shapes the character of our product<br />
developments and makes a significant contribution<br />
to their quality."<br />
The awards bestowed on products from<br />
Lewens are also a testament to this. They<br />
commend their technical perfection and<br />
practicality as well as the quality of the<br />
workmanship and the design. "We were<br />
particularly pleased to receive the Plus X Award<br />
for Highest Customer Satisfaction, which has been<br />
given to our Murano Integrale Z glass roof twice,"<br />
says Philip Lewens. "This shows us that even our<br />
end customers appreciate our products and our<br />
dedication. We have received confirmation that<br />
we are heading in the right direction with our<br />
products, and we look forward to the future with<br />
optimism."<br />
Portofino zip awning<br />
With its Portofino zip awning, Lewens has<br />
created an on-trend model that has become one<br />
of the company's most successful new<br />
developments. The Portofino received the<br />
German Design Award 2022 in Gold for the<br />
successful combination of outstanding design with<br />
innovative technology after previously gaining the<br />
42 <strong>Blinds</strong> & <strong>Shutters</strong> • ISSUE FOUR <strong>2023</strong><br />
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