ABOUT SANTA BARBARA DESIGNS
From coast to coast and continent to continent, the elegant outdoor umbrellas by Santa Barbara Designs grace the exteriors of the world’s finest private residences, yacht clubs, luxury hotels, exclusive restaurants and high-profile corporate facilities. With a style for every aesthetic and a size for every space, Santa Barbara Designs is the preferred resource for an international set of design professionals, time after time, project after project.
It all began in 1981 with the introduction of the now iconic Santa Barbara Umbrella, whose timeless design echoes the refined Santa Barbara lifestyle for which it was named. Over the years it has become the standard by which all Santa Barbara umbrellas are designed and built; in fact, many of our subsequent designs were inspired by this original umbrella. Today there are more than ten unique collections, many introduced in response to the needs of the market and our discerning clientele. Every umbrella is bench made, hand-finished and individually registered by the skilled craftsmen of Southern California.
Unwavering quality, workmanship and functionality as well as a variety of design choices — including new color, pattern, texture and finish options — result in an umbrella that is made to last and designed to delight. Enhancing all-weather endurance, Santa Barbara Designs uses highperformance, marine-grade, weather tested materials and parts that withstand even the most extreme conditions. UV-resistant marine finishes applied to the finest timber ensure durability. Brass or stainless fittings ensure rustproof longevity, and commercial grade canvases resist mildew and offer UV protection from the sun.
With hundreds of combinations of shapes, sizes and materials, we offer our clients custom design options, adding more choices than ever before. Every one-of-a-kind umbrella is crafted at Santa Barbara Designs’ state-of-the-art production facility in Southern California, continuing a tradition of expertly designed, precision-engineered, fashionable outdoor umbrellas that exceed expectations for years to come.
EXPERIENCE
THE DIFFERENCE
What makes a great umbrella? We believe an umbrella of the finest quality begins with the finest materials available.
The intrinsic beauty of fine hardwood or solid metal is unmatched. We use solid timber, aluminum or stainless steel for our frames.
All of our wood frames are milled in our own woodshop, and all of our metal frames are fabricated by local craftsmen who meet our stringent standards.
Our hubs are constructed from hardwood, aluminum, stainless steel or brass. Our arm connectors are custom fabricated in stainless steel or brass. Pay close attention to the hardware details of a lesser quality umbrella and you will immediately see the difference.
Every canopy is created in our sewing workroom where our team of seamstresses ensure that no detail is overlooked. Consew® industrial sewing machines, Gore® Tenara® thread, and 100% solution-dyed awning fabrics are used to produce canopies that will delight for years.
Our Southern California headquarters is the home of our state-of-the-art production facility. The average tenure of our production employees is in excess of fifteen years. The highest quality materials are handcrafted by experienced, invested individuals, and the difference is clear with every umbrella we produce.
DESIGNING YOUR UMBRELLA
Welcome to the world of Santa Barbara Designs! We build each umbrella to your specifications. Our expert sales professionals have the knowledge to help you navigate a sea of exciting design options. Hundreds of style choices are available as you create an umbrella that is both unique and functional.
Once you select a frame (we offer more than ten different styles), the fun begins. Your canopy color may be selected from over 50 solid colors of our very own Regatta® brand awning fabric, or from our ten popular Regatta block stripes. We also make available the entire Sunbrella® collection of awning fabrics, offering hundreds of color and pattern choices. For custom color requests, we have a color specialist on staff who sources fabrics from mills in France, Italy, Germany, Austria and Spain. Whether it’s bold, bright or brash, Santa Barbara Designs will help you make your unique color statement.
You can stop here, or embellish as you wish. Add a lining or banding in a contrasting or complimentary color. Choose from one of our seven valance styles, evoking another time or place, another culture, or another century. Spice it up with an edge trim in woven braid or fringe. Or be a little daring with one of our specialty canopy covers.
Over the years, we have created thousands of distinctive umbrellas for our very selective clients. On the following pages you will see some of these gems. Take a look . . . be inspired!
THE SANTA BARBARA UMBRELLA®
Introduced in 1981, The Santa Barbara Umbrella® takes its design inspiration from the exotic umbrellas found in open-air markets of the Mediterranean. Named after the famous sun-drenched California city of Santa Barbara, this original umbrella and its popular silhouette have earned a reputation for superior shade protection, becoming the standard by which all Santa Barbara Designs umbrellas are measured.
Having perfected the art and science of umbrella making for more than 35 years, Santa Barbara Designs ensures the original Santa Barbara Umbrella performs like no other. Leveraging its enduring popularity with the introduction of new material choices, including three wood frame options, and new features like lifetime anodized aluminum hubs, marine-grade ball bearing pulleys, solid stainless steel fittings paired with a solid stainless steel open and close system, and metal finial options, this umbrella continues to be an iconic mainstay in the Santa Barbara Designs lineup. To accommodate market demand, it is offered in sizes from 7.5 feet to 16 feet, in octagonal, square and rectangular shaped canopies.
Specifications
MAHOGANY
RIVIERA® UMBRELLA
The Riviera® is a simpler, but no less elegant wood umbrella. Offered in premium teak, in our most popular sizes, it boasts a clean, streamlined frame constructed with solid stainless steel or brass hubs.
Inspired by the natural beauty of the French Riviera, the Riviera umbrella is versatile and adaptable. Choose a solid color with a cleanedged canopy for a classic design, or dress it up with stripes, banding or even a fringed valance for a bolder fashion statement.
Available with any valance; see page 61 for valance options.
CIRQUE UMBRELLA
The Cirque umbrella’s canopy is constructed by seaming together two solid colors of awning weight fabric to create a custom stripe pattern. The seamstresses at Santa Barbara Designs developed this unique umbrella in their Southern California workroom to address the need for more variation in customized canopy colors. Thousands of unique color block combinations are possible.
The Cirque umbrella incorporates a streamlined frame from the Riviera collection, and a canopy finished with a choice of two valances. The overall look is fresh, clean and current.
Specifi cations
Hubs
ALUMINUM HUB ANODIZED SILVER W/ STAINLESS FITTINGS
Valances
MISSION TERRACE® UMBRELLA
The design of the Mission Terrace® umbrella was inspired by the California missions that dotted the California coastline in the early days of settlement in the west.
Fabricated exclusively in durable oak, which is known for its unique grain pattern, and finished with a marine conversion varnish, the frame is both durable and elegant. Solid brass fittings and our signature open and close system complete this California classic.
Specifications
OAK HUB W/ BRASS FITTINGS Hubs FinialDOUBLE DECKER® UMBRELLA
A throwback to the ‘60s and ‘70s, the Double Decker® umbrella pays homage to the mid-century modern movement. Made famous by the photography of Slim Aarons, this two-tiered showstopper became a fashionable addition to many iconic California landscapes.
From playful to sophisticated, Double Decker umbrellas, available in square and hexagonal shapes, offer endless customization options. By pairing popular mid-century colors like sun-kissed oranges, yellows, and vivid turquoises with bold valance choices such as Keyhole, Marquis or Scalloped with Fringe, Santa Barbara Designs has created a retro look that is as relevant today as it was mid-century.
Specifi cations
Powder Coat Finishes for Frames
Valances
VOGUE® UMBRELLA
Fresh off the runways of Paris and Milan, Vogue is the fashion-forward choice for color-conscious homeowners.
The Vogue canopy features a bold stripe, created by seaming together two solid colors of our Regatta fabric. The result is a custom stripe with thousands of possible color block combinations.
Vogue incorporates a sleek aluminum frame from the Paseo collection, with eight standard powder coat color options. The metal is safeguarded from corrosion with a special Chem Film® conversion coating.
Aluminum hubs and stainless steel arm connectors further fortify this sleek, refined umbrella. Vogue is available in square and hexagonal shapes.
Specifications
Powder Coat Finishes for Frames
See page 61 for valance options.
CAMEO WHITE SANDSTONEPASEO® UMBRELLA
With its welcoming personality, the Paseo® umbrella has been the popular choice for hotels, restaurants, office buildings and private homes for more than two decades.
The original Paseo, made of aluminum with eight standard powder coat color options, is an attractive choice for shade protection. The metal is safeguarded from corrosion with a special Chem Film® conversion coating. A powder coat finish is then applied, and the umbrella is ready to withstand the elements.
Aluminum hubs and stainless steel arm connectors further fortify the Paseo and set it apart from the majority of umbrellas on the market, which use plastic components. Sleek and refined, the Paseo is available in square, hexagonal and rectangular shapes.
Specifi cations
Powder Coat Finishes for Frames
Valances
Available with any valance; see page 61 for valance options.
CAMEO WHITE SANDSTONE SLATE SAND BRONZE PLATINUMPASEO® XL UMBRELLA
The Paseo® XL was designed for those who know the original Paseo umbrella and want more of it.
A larger version of its predecessor, the XL offers all the high performance features of the original Paseo in a larger format. The diameter of the center pole increases to a substantial 2.5 inches and the arms are sized up accordingly. Four stainless steel ball bearing pulleys, along with a high-performance nylon cord, ensure our signature open and close system operates smoothly, even on this grander scale.
Specifi cations
Powder Coat Finishes for Frames
Valances
Available with any valance; see page 61 for valance options.
PASEO® STAINLESS STEEL UMBRELLA
The crown jewel of the Santa Barbara lineup, this Paseo umbrella is a blend of strength and beauty. Its sleek, sophisticated lines, stately frame and substantial hub are fabricated from solid marine-grade stainless steel.
At home anywhere, this luxurious shade structure offers the ultimate in good looks as well as superior functionality. A true head-turner, the Paseo® Stainless Steel umbrella is available in both polished and brushed finishes.
Specifications
Finishes
POLISHED STAINLESS STEEL
BRUSHED STAINLESS STEEL
Finials
POLISHED STAINLESS STEEL BRUSHED STAINLESS STEEL
Valances
Available with any valance; see page 61 for valance options.
MIRASOL® UMBRELLA
The celestial dome shape of the Mirasol® umbrella evokes old-world charm. Its classic silhouette and striking shape offer a respite from the sun in the style of a bygone era.
The Mirasol is available with its own signature valance or one of our specialty valances, each expertly edge-finished with braid trim or fringe in coordinating or contrasting colors, giving each creation its own distinct personality. Mirasol is a natural choice for style-conscious homeowners.
Finials
Powder Coat Finishes for Frames
FLAMENCO® & PETITE FLAMENCO® UMBRELLA
The signature Flamenco®, with its fully frill-covered canopy, and the more understated Petite Flamenco®, with its clean lines and crisply tailored ruffles, both take inspiration from the volantes — the frills found on the skirt of a traditional Andalusian Flamenco dress.
While most umbrellas only shade you from the sun, these umbrellas do so with fashion in mind. Sewn entirely in-house by our skilled seamstresses, either Flamenco will add a dash of spice to any setting.
Specifi cations
Powder Coat Finishes for Frames
CAMEO WHITE SANDSTONECanopy Details
Double Banding (Santa Barbara Style)
Double Banding (Paseo/Riviera Style)
Double Wind Vent (Santa Barbara Style)
Double Wind Vent (Paseo/Riviera Style)
Double Wind Vent/Triple Banding (Santa Barbara Style)
Double Wind Vent/Triple Banding (Paseo/Riviera Style)
Interior Lining
Alternating Panels
Glace´
Valance Options
Scalloped with Brush Fringe Scalloped with Bullion Fringe Mirasol with Brush Fringe Mirasol with Bullion Fringe Marquis with Braid Trim Keyhole with Braid Trim Scalloped with Braid Trim Mirasol with Braid Trim Straight Edge with Braid Trim Regency with Brush Fringe Regency with Bullion FringeThe Easy Open-Close System©
Standard on every Santa Barbara umbrella, our patented system allows for easy opening and closing of your umbrella, every time.
About the System
We build our umbrellas with an Open-Close System designed specifically for each collection. As with all of our custom components, we’ve blended state-of-the art engineering with the highest grade materials available, such as marine grade
ball bearing pulleys, high-performance nylon cord, and brass or stainless steel fittings. Our system ensures consistently smooth operation, for ease of functionality that’s pleasing to the eye.
SHOWN: OPEN/CLOSE SYSTEM FOR THE PASEO STAINLESS STEEL UMBRELLAShade Drop Panels & Storage Covers
Shade Drop Panels
Since our umbrellas are too substantial to accommodate a tilting mechanism, we offer an alternate solution for those times when the sun is at an extreme angle. Drop panels, affixed to the bottom of the canopy with Velcro® (one per side
Storage Covers
Storage covers protect your investment in a fashionable and functional way. Fabricated in a standard vinyl or customized in any awning fabric, these covers are tailored to fit any Santa Barbara Designs umbrella. An aluminum rod, sewn into the
— order as few or as many as desired), are tied half way or hang full length for maximum sun protection. When not in use, they can be tied all the way up or simply removed and stored.
fabric, provides easy installation and removal, and an industrial black zipper secures the storage cover along the length of the pole. A version of the cover is also available for umbrellas installed in tables.
Bases
Bases
Base Options:
Aluminum Wrap (Recommended for coastal applications)
Extra Heavy Plate (Recommended for windy applications and all umbrellas 11’ and larger; available for 24” base)
Powder Coat Finishes for All Bases
STEEL BASE 21” OR 24” SQUARE STEEL BASE W/ SIDE ROLLERS 24” SQUARE STEEL BASE W/ CASTERS 21” OR 24” SQUARE CAMEO WHITE SANDSTONE SLATE SAND BRONZE PLATINUM BLACKIn-Ground Installation Tube
For installations requiring an in-ground mounting, our In-Ground Tube is the perfect alternative to a standard base. A protective cap keeps the elements out when the tube is not in use.
In-Pool Installation Kit
Now it’s easier than ever to add shade protection to areas directly overhead in-pool. Our In-Pool Installation Kit includes the necessary hardware required to safely sink it into a Baja Shelf (new construction only).
IN-POOL
For the ultimate in outdoor living, most Santa Barbara Designs umbrellas can be enjoyed in the pool. Our specialist will work with your pool contractor to incorporate our in-pool installation kit into the construction of your Baja shelf.
The sleeve accommodates an umbrella with a 2-inch-diameter pole, and is constructed of PVC, available in white or grey.
Hospitality Installations
HOSPITALITY INSTALLATIONS
Since 1981, Santa Barbara Designs has furnished luxury hotels, exclusive restaurants and highprofile commercial spaces with fashionable shade products built to last. All of our umbrellas are commercial quality, and can be specified with confidence for even the most demanding residential or hospitality project.
Each umbrella is made to order, and the customization possibilities are endless. Our hospitality team is experienced in all areas of commercial specification, and can assist in everything from matching corporate colors to silk screening company logos, and, of course, working within a budget. Santa Barbara Designs is ready to meet the unique design requirements of your property.
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