Camargue Pergolas Elevate the Patio of Three-Star Restaurant

The patios of the Michelin three-star restaurant L’Assiette Champenoise in Reims, France, received a much-needed makeover following the lockdown. In March 2021, the old shade cloths were replaced with seven joined Camargue patio covers. Equipped with LED lighting and sun protection fabric, the newly covered 1,668 square foot (155 square meter) patio now offers customers an extraordinary outdoor culinary experience, even in questionable weather or during evening hours. This renovation brings a new dimension to the patio, aligning it with the haute cuisine of the restaurant. Interior designer Grégory Guillemain (Homage) designed the project, while Renson Premium Ambassador Highsun installed everything in record time.

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A New Dimension for Outdoor Dining

Grégory Guillemain (Homage) explains, “During the lockdown, the owner of L’Assiette Champenoise sought a better solution for his patio than the shade cloths that had been there for a decade. He wanted to provide his clientele with a completely different outdoor experience, especially since outdoor dining was one of the only ways to serve meals back then. We chose Renson because we wanted aesthetic solutions that are also efficient and timeless. The Camargue patio cover was the best choice due to its very sober, pure design. This also allowed us to choose colors that matched the existing color scheme. The combination of structure in beige grey (RAL 7006) and roof blades in matte yellow/beige (RAL 1019) perfectly matches the red brick building and the lush greenery of the adjacent park.”

Linked Camargues for a Seamless Look

Jean-Rémy Baudart (Renson Premium Ambassador Highsun) shares, “For this project, we linked seven Camargues together. They form an L-shape, covering a total area of 1,668 square feet (155 square meters) and are fully modular. The patio covers are fitted with Fixscreen sun protection and LED lighting. The vertical screens protect those under the patio cover from wind, rain, sun, and even insects. The integrated LEDs in the Camargues provide ambiance and allow for outdoor dining, even later in the evening or at night. Renson is known for its strong commitment to personalization, as evidenced by the options and desired color combinations. An additional advantage is that even years after installation, you can extend or modify the patio cover, allowing you to see the project from a different angle each time. Adding components like sliding panels or additional accessories such as audio or heating immediately gives it a new lease on life.”

Weather Independence

A Large Project Completed Quickly

Highsun made exceptional efforts for this prestigious project to get the patio covered swiftly. “The installation of the seven Camargues was completed in a week,” says Jean-Rémy proudly. “This even involved removing a piece of wall from the restaurant to optimally integrate the patio cover into the architecture.”

Receiving Compliments

Both the interior designer and the Renson Premium Ambassador received high praise for this impressive project. “This is a very successful project,” concludes Grégory. “Those who’ve had the pleasure of dining under the patio cover were enthusiastic. We also heard only positive feedback from the employees who work under the patio cover every day.”

“The clientele that visits this three-star restaurant looks for the best of the best,” says Jean-Rémy. “And they come from all over the world for that. With this patio cover, the outdoor experience now matches the quality of the meals. It’s gratifying to realize a project for such a renowned restaurant. Several locals who visited the restaurant also inquired about similar projects on a smaller scale. So this was a great success.”


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