Well-planned solar shading for nursery windows combines protection from summer overheating, glare control and effective daylight use. External venetian blinds, window awnings and suitable control systems are coordinated with room layout, use, façade design and safety requirements.
Large areas of glazing bring natural light into playrooms, activity spaces and quiet rooms. At the same time, direct sunlight, glare and high solar heat gains can affect how these spaces are used. External solar shading reduces solar heat gain and controls incoming light before it reaches the glazing.
For nurseries and early years settings, daylight, glare control, protection from summer overheating and views outside should be considered together. Adjustable slats, textile screens and automated control systems allow the shading to respond to the room, time of day and façade orientation.
Research shows that appropriate lighting contributes to wellbeing. This is why daylight planning is increasingly important to businesses, architects, lighting designers, developers and investors. Alongside light control, protection against overheating is a key design consideration. Even small differences in indoor temperature can affect comfort and learning conditions.
External venetian blinds control incoming light through adjustable slat angles. They reduce direct sunlight and support even daylight distribution in playrooms and communal areas. Depending on the slat position, views and visual contact with outdoor areas can be maintained.
With a KNX control system, sun shading, daylight and thermal requirements can be coordinated by room or façade. Sun and wind sensors support automated, safe operation.
External venetian blinds provide effective protection against room overheating while also redirecting natural daylight into interiors with reduced glare. Below you will find common installation situations. If your project requires a different solution, the WAREMA Architectural Consulting team will be happy to assist.
WAREMA basic external venetian blinds with slender guide rail shade ribbon glazing with a refined appearance. The cover panels can be used as attractive highlights on the facade.
Self-supporting WAREMA external venetian blinds integrate harmoniously into a transom and mullion facade. The cover panel does not have to be fastened to the facade.
WAREMA basic external venetian blinds with flush-mounted cover panel are the perfect solution for unobtrusive integration into the facade. Double guide rails provide the perfect shading for ribbon glazing.
WAREMA basic external venetian blinds without cover panel offer a host of potentials for refurbishments. Because the sun shading system is installed in an existing shaft, it can be optimally integrated into a brick facade, for example.
The WAREMA emergency power supply kit automatically raises connected sun shading products if the power supply is interrupted. The function is coordinated with the relevant control concept at the planning stage.
WAREMA window awnings combine external sun shading and heat protection with a wide range of design options. Depending on the fabric, views outside can be retained or the room can be darkened more effectively.
Square boxes in several sizes and semi-round versions are available for different installation situations. The lateral easyZIP guidance increases wind stability and creates a largely closed screen.
The WAREMA front-mounted awning becomes an invisible part of your facade. In a refurbishment, the self-supporting box offers the ideal solution because it's installed in an existing shaft.
The WAREMA front-mounted awnings with stand-off installation are perfect for shading transom and mullion facades, and also suitable for retrofitting in refurbishments.
With punched window shading, WAREMA window system awnings with screen create individual highlights on the facade.
The WAREMA SecuKit for window awnings guarantees to quickly raise the lowered awning in case of a power failure by means of an additional belt. Incorrect operation is impossible, as no additional knowledge is required.
The WAREMA Omnexo bus system enables central control of sun shading systems in medium-sized commercial and functional buildings. Each central unit can control up to 500 products individually or up to 3,000 products in groups. Operation is via smartphone, tablet or PC.
The WAREMA WMS radio system is particularly suitable for retrofitting during refurbishment. Automatic functions support flexible operation of the sun shading products as required.
WAREMA also offers sun shading solutions for sandpits, play areas and outdoor activity zones at nurseries and early years settings.
WAREMA is the leading brand for technical sun shading products in Europe. For residential, commercial or public buildings, WAREMA supports architects and planners with individual sun shading solutions, optimally matched to on-site requirements and design needs. The range of products — from external venetian blinds and intelligent control systems to Outdoor Living solutions for external areas — delivers effective daylight control, contributes to the energy efficiency of buildings and enhances occupant comfort. The Architects’ Darling Award 2025 in Gold currently confirms WAREMA’s outstanding quality in the field of sun shading.