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Awnings and Canopies Awnings and canopies. Awnings and canopies can be used effectively to create inviting spaces along the sidewalk, clearly marking entrances and storefronts. Aavnings Awnings are sloping surfaces that project from a building face. Awnings are usually made of fab- ric, such as canvas and nylon. They can be either operable or perma- nent. Shape, style and color of the aw- ning should be compatible with the architecture, color and scale of the building. The awning should not dominate the building facade, in- stead it should complement the over- all style of the building. Awnings should emphasize the building elements such as entrance and display windows. Flat, continu- ous awnings which run the entire length of the building facade are dis- couraged. The valance of the awning can effectively be used as an advertising surface. Maintenance repair and replace- ment of damaged awnings should be prompt. Canopies Canopies are flat surfaces that project from a building face. Cano- pies are usually made of rigid mate- rials such as metal or wood, and are usually fixed. Like awnings, cano- pies can be used to emphasize build- ing entrances and windows, and can be used as an advertising surface. San Leandro Downtown Plan & Urban Design Guidelines October 2000 page 81 Awning carefully attached to the facade provides shade, distinction and advertising space. Tucked into the facade, this awning emphasises the building's beautiful architectural features. Clumsy, boxy awning doesn't align avith architecture.