Description
Cover More Space Without Overbuilding
Modern outdoor projects are getting larger — but budgets still need discipline.
Many homeowners, bars, and restaurants want wide-span coverage, but installing a full louvre roof across the entire footprint is often unnecessary and expensive.
This is where the Cerberus Plus with Frame Only extensions provides a smarter architectural solution.
Instead of treating every square metre the same, the system allows you to:
• Place louvres where adjustability is needed
• Expand outward with engineered frame bays
• Mix roofing materials to suit each zone
• Maintain a clean, consistent structure
The result is scalable outdoor coverage that is both practical and cost-efficient.
The Large Outdoor Coverage Challenge
As outdoor living continues to grow across New Zealand and export markets, projects are demanding:
• Larger covered entertaining areas
• Flexible hospitality layouts
• Better cost control on wide spans
• Future upgrade capability
Running full motorised louvres everywhere can quickly push projects into premium pricing territory.
At the same time, basic open pergolas often lack the weather protection needed for real usability.
The market sweet spot sits in the middle — and Cerberus Plus is designed to meet it.
How the Cerberus Plus Hybrid System Works
The concept is simple but powerful.
Step 1: Install the Active Louvre Zone
This is the primary covered area where performance matters most.
Typical uses include:
• Outdoor dining areas
• Main patio seating
• Bar and restaurant service zones
• Poolside entertainment spaces
This zone delivers:
• Adjustable sun control
• Rain management
• All-weather usability
• Improved comfort for guests
Step 2: Extend Using Frame Only Bays
Once the main louvre section is defined, the structure can expand using engineered Frame Only sections.
These bays allow you to increase footprint without committing to full louvres across the entire span.
Frame extensions can be:
• Left open
• Partially covered
• Prepared for future upgrades
This modular approach is one of the key advantages of the Cerberus Plus platform.
Flexible Roofing Options for Frame Sections
One of the biggest strengths of the Cerberus Plus system is the ability to customise the extended bays.
Polycarbonate Roofing Integration
Polycarbonate panels are ideal where natural light is important but weather protection is still required.
Best suited for:
• Side coverage areas
• Walkways
• Poolside zones
• Commercial entry areas
Key benefits:
• Maintains daylight
• Provides rain protection
• Lower cost than full louvres
• Clean architectural finish
Shade Sail Integration
For projects prioritising airflow and a softer visual look, shade sails can be installed within the frame structure.
Well suited for:
• Residential outdoor zones
• Hospitality overflow areas
• Warm-climate installations
Key benefits:
• Excellent airflow
• Lightweight visual appearance
• Strong UV reduction
• Cost-effective coverage
Open Frame (Future-Ready Design)
Some projects choose to leave the extension open initially.
This staged approach allows:
• Controlled project spending
• Future enclosure upgrades
• Flexible landscape planning
• Developer-friendly rollout
This is increasingly common in mid-market outdoor builds.
Why Choose Cerberus Plus as the Base Platform
The Cerberus Plus tier uses the same core structural profile as the Standard system, but introduces broader compatibility with add-ons and expansion strategies.
This makes it particularly well suited to hybrid outdoor coverage.
Key Structural Advantages
• Engineered aluminium construction
• Modular expansion capability
• Clean architectural lines
• Builder-friendly installation
• Compatible with Track Blinds and glass options
• Suitable for residential and hospitality projects
This is disciplined engineering focused on real-world performance.
Ideal Applications
The Cerberus Plus + Frame Only strategy performs especially well in:
• Large residential patios
• Multi-zone outdoor living areas
• Bars and restaurants
• Café outdoor expansions
• Pool and spa surrounds
• Medium-density housing developments
In these environments, full louvres across the entire footprint often deliver diminishing returns.
The Market Reality
Across New Zealand and many export regions, outdoor structures are evolving.
Clients increasingly want:
• Larger covered areas
• Predictable pricing
• Flexible staging options
• Upgrade pathways over time
The Cerberus Plus hybrid model aligns directly with these market demands.
The Bottom Line
Not every outdoor project requires full louvre coverage across the entire structure.
What modern builds need is structured flexibility — the ability to scale coverage intelligently while maintaining architectural consistency.
Cerberus Plus with Frame Only extensions delivers:
• Louvre performance where it matters
• Cost-efficient expansion capability
• Multiple roofing pathways
• Clean modular growth
• Builder-friendly deployment
For homes, bars, and restaurants looking to cover larger spaces without unnecessary cost, this approach is quickly becoming the smarter way forward.
