ESPACIO

What ESPACIO does

ESPACIO is a French B2B outdoor terrace protection specialist founded in 2008 and headquartered in Nantes (Orvault), Pays de la Loire. Operating as a SARL Unipersonnelle under managing director Samuel BOULIER, the company designs, supplies, and installs made-to-measure outdoor structures for professional establishments in the CHR (Cafés, Hôtels, Restaurants) sector as well as bakeries, retailers, and public institutions (établissements recevant du public). Its core product portfolio spans four categories: bioclimate and retractable-roof pergolas, telescopic and fixed wind screens, professional parasols in sizes up to 7x7m, and awnings (stores bannes) with widths up to 18m. Complementary add-ons include illuminated lambrequin signage, LED garlands, and high-pressure misting systems.

The product architecture is built on aluminum thermo-lacquered profiles, fire-rated acrylic technical fabrics (M2 classification) sourced from European suppliers Dickson, Sauleda, Sattler, Latim, and Serge Ferrari, and Somfy motors and radio control systems for automated operation including weather sensors. Products are engineered for compliance with French public reception (CTS) safety standards, with quantifiable specifications such as wind resistance to 100 km/h on bioclimatic pergolas and coverage up to 90m² on Jumbo awnings.

The business model is project-based and consultative: Espacio sells turnkey ("clé en main") solutions through direct contact (phone, email, website form) with no public pricing or e-commerce. Revenue is generated primarily through one-time product sales bundled with installation services, with pricing determined by dimensions, materials, and accessories on a per-project basis. The geographic footprint is regional, anchored in Loire-Atlantique (44) and extending into Vendée (85) and Maine-et-Loire (49), with international orders accepted on inquiry. The company maintains an extensive online visual portfolio of completed installations as its primary marketing asset.

Name

ESPACIO

Legal name

Espacio, SARL Unipersonnelle

Website

https://espacio.fr

Company type

Private

Founded year

2008

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

ESPACIO is a French B2B specialist in outdoor terrace protection (pergolas, parasols, awnings, wind screens) for cafés, hotels, restaurants, and public institutions, delivering made-to-measure turnkey solutions across the Loire-Atlantique region.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Outdoor Terrace Protection Equipment

NAICS

Landscaping Services (561730)

akta.pro primary industry

Pergola, Arbor & Trellis Installation/Repair (HSAIAJAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Gazebo, Pavilion & Shade Structure Installation/Repair (HSAIAJAH), Outdoor Railing, Guardrail & Balustrade Installation/Repair (HSAIAJAI), Pergolas, Pavilions & Hardscape Shade Structures (HSAIACAH)

Keywords

• Outdoor terrace protection
• Commercial pergolas
• Professional parasols
• CHR awning solutions
• Wind screen systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Orvault, Pays de la Loire

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Product Sales (Outdoor Protection Equipment): Espacio generates revenue primarily through the sale of professional-grade outdoor terrace protection products including pergolas, parasols, awnings (stores bannes), wind screens, and associated accessories (LED lighting, misting, lambrequins). Products are sold with optional installation services as a "clé en main" (turnkey) package. The revenue is a mix of one-time product revenue and installation/project revenue.
2. Installation and Project Management Services: Custom design, supply, and installation of complete terrace protection solutions. The company manages the full project lifecycle from site assessment to final installation, providing a personalized, turnkey solution for each professional establishment.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

ESPACIO sells, designs, and installs professional-grade outdoor terrace protection equipment for commercial establishments (cafés, hotels, restaurants, bakeries, and public institutions). The product portfolio spans pergolas (bioclimatic, retractable, fixed-canvas, carport, Palma), wind screens, professional parasols, and awnings, complemented by accessories such as illuminated lambrequins, LED garlands, and misting systems. Every project is delivered as a turnkey "clé en main" solution, combining on-site assessment, made-to-measure design, supply, and installation.

Product overview

ESPACIO is a B2B outdoor terrace protection specialist offering a comprehensive portfolio of commercial-grade products for professional establishments (cafés, hotels, restaurants, and public institutions). The core product line comprises four main categories: Pergolas (Bioclimatique with adjustable slats, Toit Rétractable Dôme with retractable roof, Toile Fixe ID3, Carport, and Palma retractable roof), Wind Screens (Télescopique adjustable, Repliable folding, and Fixe Horizon fixed), Parasols (Cortina classic, Style, Noblesse giant, Royal oversized, and Fortero robust), and Store Bannes/Awnings (Madrid preferred model, Antibes architectural, Bras-croisés cross-arm, Jumbo maximum coverage, and Store à Projection). These are complemented by add-on modules including Lambrequin Lumineux illuminated valances with Somfy controls, Guirlande LED Pro ambient lighting, and Brumisation misting systems. The Extancio outdoor extension structure rounds out the offering, enabling establishments to expand usable terrace area. All products are designed for professional CHR use with features like fire ratings (M2), public reception compliance (CTS), weather automation via Somfy motors, and extensive customization options.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Pergola BioClimatique Aluminum pergola with adjustable rotating slats (0-145°) that controls sunlight, ventilation, and rain protection. Integrated gutters in the posts evacuate rainwater; wind resistance up to 100 km/h. Designed for professional CHR terrace use.
• Pergola Toit Rétractable Dôme Retractable dome roof pergola providing modular protection from sun, rain, wind, and heat. Features LED lighting, sliding glass walls, weather sensors for automation, and audio system integration. Wall-mounted or freestanding installation.
• Pergola Toile Fixe ID3 Modular fixed-canopy pergola with aluminum structure that can be wall-mounted or freestanding. Removable canvas for winter storage; available in micro-perforated or camouflage net styles.
• Pergola Carport Custom aluminum outdoor structure with sandwich panel roofing (25mm with thermal insulation and steel cladding). Designed to fit establishment architecture with optional LED lighting and skylights.
• Pergola Palma Retractable roof pergola with Précontraint Serge Ferrari technical membrane. Features grooved beams (120x120mm), 2400mm smooth posts, and M2 fire classification for public reception (CTS) compliance.
• Extancio Outdoor extension structure for establishments ranging from 9 m² to 174 m². Available in square, rectangular, or octagonal forms with adjustable feet up to 140mm, M2 fire-rated canvas, and CTS compliance for public reception.
• Pare-vent Télescopique Telescopic wind screen with adjustable height for low (guardrail) or high (wind protection) positions. Aluminum frame, laminated glass (33.2), and patented gas piston system for manual operation.
• Pare-vent Repliable Folding glass wind screen with steel structure, 90 RAL color options, and laminated glass (44.2). Available in 1 or 2 door configurations with brass hinges and locking system.
• Pare-vent Fixe Horizon Fixed glass wind screen with aluminum thermo-lacquered frame in standard white or anthracite gray. 5mm clear safety glass with configurable widths and heights (530mm to 1500mm).
• Parasol Cortina Professional-grade classic umbrella with aluminum frame and 35mm centered mast. 300g/m² acrylic canvas from Sauleda, Lattim or Dickson with 5-year UV color fastness guarantee. Square and rectangle formats.
• Parasol Style Giant professional umbrella adding character to terraces with centered 105mm mast (3mm thickness). Crank opening in 9 turns with various dimension options.
• Parasol Noblesse Giant wind-resistant umbrella in large dimensions (round Ø4500-7000mm, rectangle up to 6000x5000mm, square up to 6000x6000mm). 105mm centered mast, wind resistance to 100 km/h, LED lighting and heating options, 10-12 turn crank operation.
• Parasol Royal Largest dimension parasol with oversized coverage areas. 120mm centered mast, 100% acrylic 300g/m² canvas with 10-year UV guarantee, and 19-turn crank opening. Optional misting system available.
• Parasol Fortero Robust solid parasol designed for wide surfaces and windy locations. Anodized aluminum frame with 55x2.5 two-piece mast, 300g/m² acrylic canvas from Lattim or Dickson with 5-year UV guarantee, available in square, rectangle, and octagon shapes.
• Store Banne Madrid Preferred awning model for CHR professionals in Loire-Atlantique. Widths up to 18m and projections up to 4m. Option to add LED garland; 90 frame colors and 110 fabric colors available.
• Store Banne Antibes Architectural awning adding relief to commercial facades with widths up to 12m and projections up to 3m. 90 frame colors, 110 fabric colors, optional LED garland.
• Store Banne Bras-croisés Cross-arm awning allowing projection greater than the length. Widths up to 3.8m and projections up to 3.5m, with 90 frame colors and 110 fabric colors.
• Store Banne Jumbo Maximum coverage awning for CHR establishments with projections up to 5m and coverage up to 90m². Up to 6 telescopic arms and Somfy electric operation.
• Store à Projection Projection awning with electric Somfy RTS radio operation. Lacquered frame in 84 colors, 78mm steel or aluminum roller tube, and 300g/m² acrylic canvas from Dickson Orchestra collection.
• Lambrequin Lumineux Illuminated signage valance for awnings with 1-4 LED panels (IP44 rated, 50,000h lifespan), 40W transformer, 4000K daylight or 3000/3500K warm white options, and laser-cut fabric. Optional Somfy radio dimmer control.
• Guirlande LED Pro 10-meter adjustable LED garland with 20 spherical amber bulbs (2W or 3W options) for creating warm outdoor ambiance. Compatible with all awning types.
• Brumisation High-pressure misting system (60 bar pump) providing cooling sensation and mosquito/insect deterrence. Electric motor, stainless steel piston pump, 2-10L/min adjustable flow rate. Adapts to all Espacio parasols and awnings.

Quantifiable outcome

• Wind resistance up to 100 km/h on bioclimatic pergola (lames fermées)
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers13 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered preferred supplier, core technology partner and minor.

• Dickson (Constantin SA)preferred supplierOthersDickson is a leading manufacturer of acrylic performance fabrics for outdoor applications. Espacio uses Dickson canvas for its Parasol Cortina, Parasol Royal, Parasol Noblesse, Parasol Fortero, and Lambrequin Lumineux products. Fabrics carry a 5-10 year UV color fastness warranty.
• Somfycore technology partnerTechnology or IntegrationSomfy provides motorized operating systems for Espacio's awnings, pergolas, and blinds, including RTS (Radio Technology Somfy) systems with remote control transmitters. Used in Store à Projection, Store Banne Jumbo, and other motorized products.
• Sauledapreferred supplierOthersSpanish manufacturer of acrylic technical fabrics used in Espacio's parasol products (Parasol Cortina).
• Sattlerpreferred supplierOthersGerman manufacturer of premium outdoor acrylic fabrics used in Espacio's Lambrequin Lumineux illuminated signage products.
• Latim (Lattim)preferred supplierOthersFabric supplier for Espacio's Parasol Fortero and Parasol Cortina products, providing acrylic 300g/m² canvas with UV color fastness warranties.
• Serge Ferraripreferred supplierOthersSerge Ferrari supplies Précontraint membrane technical fabric used in the Pergola Palma's retractable roof covering. The membrane is classified M2 (fire-rated) and meets public reception (CTS) standards.
• OnitiminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerOniti SARL (Nantes) designed and built the Espacio website (www.espacio.fr). Listed as the website designer and developer in legal notices.
• GANDIminorOthersGANDI SAS (Paris) is the web hosting provider for espacio.fr, as stated in the legal notices.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• Markilux: German premium awning and pergola manufacturer distributing across Europe including France. Directly comparable product categories (store bannes, pergolas, vertical screens) and shared supplier base (Somfy motors, Dickson-type acrylic fabrics).
• Solisysteme: French aluminum pergola and outdoor protection specialist offering bioclimatic pergolas, awnings and terrace covers for professional and residential clients. Directly comparable to Espacio's bioclimatic and retractable-roof pergola lines.
• Biossun: French manufacturer and installer of bioclimatic aluminum pergolas, the closest direct competitor to Espacio in the CHR and residential outdoor-structure market. Comparable product positioning around louvered-roof pergolas with integrated rain management.
• Monsieur Store: French franchise network specializing in the sale and installation of awnings, pergolas, verandas and terrace protection for residential and CHR customers. Directly comparable business model (B2B/B2C, made-to-measure, regional franchise footprint) and overlapping product range.
• Warema: German sun-protection specialist with a French subsidiary offering external venetian blinds, awnings and pergola systems. Comparable weather-protection product scope and Somfy-equivalent automation integration.
• Renson (Outdoor Living): Belgian-headquartered outdoor-living specialist with a strong French footprint in louvered-roof pergolas (Camargue, Algarve) and terrace covers. Comparable in product depth (pergolas, vertical screens) and CHR/hospitality orientation.
• Weinor: German manufacturer of premium awnings, pergolas and terrace roofing systems sold through certified partners in France. Comparable awning and pergola product lines and similar premium/material positioning.

Others

• Somfy: French global leader in motorized automation for awnings, pergolas and outdoor screens. Not a direct competitor but a key technology partner of Espacio and a strategic ecosystem participant whose product roadmap directly shapes Espacio's offering.

Broad incumbents

• Technal: Major French aluminum building-systems manufacturer offering curtain walls, windows, verandas and solar protection (brise-soleil). A broader incumbent that competes indirectly through aluminum pergola and outdoor-structure specifications on commercial projects.
• Profils Systèmes: French aluminum profile and systems manufacturer serving windows, verandas, pergolas and outdoor structures. Comparable aluminum-construction expertise but at much greater scale and across multiple building-product categories.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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