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Reimagining the California lifestyle with exceptionally crafted outdoor spaces

The Central Coast Mediterranean climate makes blending indoor and outdoor living ideal. Shoreline Awnings & Patio, Inc. is the first place to look for versatile solutions for extended living space. Offering everything from patio covers that suit the San Luis Obispo County climate to shade sails, awnings, pergolas, and more, our team has been serving the region since 1982.

From Monterey down to Ventura, business and home owners have been turning to the Shoreline team for exceptionally crafted customer and home spaces. Custom-designed and manufactured solutions include designing and combining patio covers and enclosure options, shade sails, drop shades, awnings, canopies, gazebos, pergolas, and more to create outstanding indoor/outdoor blended spaces.

From shopping, dining, relaxing, and entertaining at home, or working on the laptop on the patio, Californian’s days move seamlessly between inside and out. Creating unique, seamless, and functional spaces for versatile lifestyles is where Shoreline Awnings & Patio excels.

Our award-winning designs encompass custom-designing, manufacturing, and installing a wide range of products for creating an outdoor space with all of the welcoming comfort, attractiveness, and usefulness you desire.

Patio covers for practical and graceful beauty

Patio covers turn an open patio into a sheltered space, protected from weather and the sun’s rays. Our design team and product options complement every taste and patio décor idea. The choices include:

  • Solid covers, some with insulation and electrical wiring.
  • Louvered covers that can be remotely adjusted.
  • Lattice covers.
  • Slide-on wire covers that can be adjusted for shade or sun as needed.
  • Awnings, especially retractable awnings.

Covers aren’t the only feature that turns a patio into an oasis for family, friends, or customers. Enclosing all or portions of a patio adds to the comfort and usefulness. Select from a variety of shade products such as drop shades, cable systems, box and track systems, and zipper track systems that can be lowered or raised as needed to block wind and provide cool shade.

Other enclosures such as screen rooms, and patio enclosures from leading manufacturers such as Horizon and Sunscape, add to the choices for creating the perfect patio.

It’s not even necessary to have an actual patio. Decks, gazebos, and pergolas can all be upgraded for California and San Luis Obispo County climates with patio covers, awnings, shade sails, and a variety of enclosures.

Consider how shade sails, a pergola, or a gazebo might turn a favorite outdoor space into an attractive dining space, a backyard playground, or a sanctuary for stretching out on a lounger with a good book. 

Shade where you want it with shade sails

Shade sails, soaring overhead add a sense of spaciousness and lightness to outdoor spaces and are a flexible solution for creating contemporary outdoor areas. They can be installed in custom configurations to simultaneously protect from the sun and allow for air circulation.

Our professional team designs and sews shade sails to your specifications at the Paso Robles facility, and the fabric comes in a wide range of colors. We can help you with ideas and we also install the finished products. 

Shade sails are perfect for creating comfortable outdoor dining areas, and lounging spaces, covering a portion of the pool area, covering walkways, the kid’s outdoor play areas, providing attractive protection for sun and heat-sensitive gardens, and for just about any other need you can think of for any open space or patio cover need for San Luis Obispo County and nearby regions.

Pergolas and gazebos

Pergolas and gazebos are versatile structures for defining favorite outdoor areas. The open, airy feel makes any space inviting and comfortable. Added canopies provide shade, climbing plants also add shade while creating a lush garden atmosphere.

Are you thinking of adding an outdoor kitchen? A pergola just might offer the perfect space. Event centers, commercial buildings, and wineries often find adding pergolas or gazebos in certain areas enriches both customer and employee experiences.

Finishing touches

Our design team can take your idea whether it is still forming or you have rough sketches and make it happen for you. From suggesting options for the perfect awning or patio cover to a fully blended outdoor space that includes finishing touches such as custom-designed decorative ironwork your ideal outdoor space is only an idea away. Custom design includes lighting, remote-controlled shade and covers, color schemes, logo imprints for businesses, and other finishing touches that make the space uniquely yours.

Serving California since 1982, Shoreline Awning & Patio’s attention to detail, creative and elegant custom designs, and in-house manufacturing have made us the regional leaders. We serve communities from Monterey to Ventura and all of San Luis Obispo County with patio covers and other shade structures and enclosures.Give us a call and let’s get started!


This patio needs something, but what?

There are more choices for turning an outdoor space into an attractive, comfortable place to spend time than most people think. Patios come in all shapes and sizes. They can be open spaces between the house and garage, an unused space in the alley behind a business, or a courtyard between a popular bistro and a downtown boutique. One thing that patios have in common is the potential to transform a bare outdoor space into an appealing comfort zone that combines the best of outdoor and indoor experiences. The Shoreline Awning & Patio team, supplier of custom-made patio covers for Atascadero and communities from Monterey to Ventura, has the answer for “that something” to transform any patio.  

When transforming a patio, or any open space, sometimes starting at the top opens that inner creative eye and helps everything else fall into place. The best place to start is to become familiar with the many choices in the types and styles of patio covers. These include:

  • Solid covers, including options for insulation and electrical wiring for lighting or fans while providing 100% coverage from harmful UV rays, and inclement weather. 
  • Adjustable coverage, providing flexible protection from the sun and weather when it’s needed. Adjustable coverage includes an automated louvered roof system that operates at the touch of a button, retractable awnings, tensions systems with optional remote-control features, slide-on-wire fabric panels that can be easily adjusted from full shade to full sun, or anywhere in between. 
  • Unique, creative shade solutions, such as lattice covers, shade sails, or pergolas are ideal for spaces that are not fully exposed to the sun, or adding unique shading effects.
  • Privacy and enhanced weather protection make any patio a sanctuary. Enclosures that optionally blend with an existing roof line, turn a patio into a sunroom or a screen room, or adding drop shades that can be raised or lowered at will are all attractive and versatile upgrades for any patio.

It’s good news to know there are so many options, and even better news to learn you can mix and match most of these choices to give your new patio a personal creative stamp.

The Shoreline team specializes in custom-solutions for patio covers for Atascadero and the Central Coast from Monterey to Ventura. The company’s reputation for detail, creative custom designs, in-house manufacturing, custom ornamental ironwork, and flawless installation has been serving the Central Coast since 1982. 

From homes to businesses, restaurants, wineries, event and entertainment venues, and a wide range of commercial spaces, Shoreline provides custom designed and manufactured covers and  products for shade and weather protection for storefronts, patios, gazebos, backyards open spaces, and anywhere else shade and something special is wanted. And, Shoreline stands behind its products with a transferable Lifetime Warranty.

  • Commercial patio covers and shade structures enrich the customer experience for dining, wine tasting, entertainment, weddings, and other celebrations, business meetings, events, and more.
  • Residential shade structures enrich indoor/outdoor living experiences with comfort and versatility for patios, gazebos, backyards, pools, and home recreation.

The Shoreline team works with you from the start, helping turn your vision of an elegant, useful space into reality. Every patio cover is custom designed for the Atascadero and Central Coast lifestyles.

Your vision is Shoreline’s vision! Bring your ideas and let the team help you see what your patio can become. 

Call today!


Navigating the options: A guide to commercial awnings

-Commercial awnings are versatile additions that can greatly improve the appearance and functionality of business properties. Shoreline Awnings & Patio, serving Santa Maria, and the entire area between Monterey and Ventura, recently released a guide to awnings, storefronts, and shade structures for every aspect of commercial buildings.

Awnings are widely used to boost brand recognition and storefront appeal. Businesses such as retail, restaurants, lodging, wineries, industrial facilities, and event venues all benefit from the advantages of awnings:

  • Enhancing visibility by displaying the company name and logo.
  • Creating a welcoming, protective entrance for customers.
  • Elevating customer experiences.
  • Improving the building’s aesthetic appeal with designs to match the building’s architectural style.
  • Adding a touch of luxury and sophistication to the property

Awnings, storefront covers, and shade structures offers cost-effective, versatile, durable, and low-maintenance solutions including:

  • Creating usable outdoor space for pleasant and comfortable customer experiences.
  • Temperature control, blocking sun and heat.
  • Adapting to changing weather conditions.
  • Lowering interior summer temperatures next to windows and doors.
  • Protecting outdoor furniture from sun and weather damage.

The combination of visual appeal and quality customer experiences is an important factor in encouraging customer loyalty.

What are the options for commercial awnings?

Often seen on building fronts, awnings offer much more. Shoreline’s experience in designing and installing awnings for Santa Maria and other California regions provides unique insights to help clients choose the best awnings and shade coverings. Options include:

  • Entrance awnings extend usable space, offering shade and protection, ideal for high-traffic businesses.
  • Window awnings, though smaller, enhance visual appeal and offer practical benefits such as interior shade and temperature control.
  • Fixed awnings, permanently attached, provide consistent shade and come in various shapes like domes and quarter barrels.
  • Retractable awnings can extend or retract as needed, with options like wind sensors and timers for automatic control.
  • Metal awnings, usually aluminum or steel, are durable and weather-resistant.
  • Fabric awnings offer a customizable, softer look with various colors, patterns, and materials, ideal for branding.
  • Canopies are large coverings supported by columns, providing extensive coverage for entrances and walkways.
  • Outdoor seating awnings create comfortable areas for dining, commonly used by restaurants and cafes.
  • Walkway awnings protect pedestrians between buildings, vehicles, or outdoor corridors, perfect for alleys and courtyards.

Awnings are just the beginning

Shoreline Awnings & Patio has shade solutions to cover a variety of outdoor spaces. From al fresco dining to activities and events, the Santa Maria awning creative team has it covered.

  • Shade sails are an investment in elegance for outdoor venues. Shoreline custom-designed sails bring contemporary sophistication to the premises and offer a cost-effective shading solution when compared to traditional construction methods.
  • Pergolas and gazebos offer elegance and privacy for outdoor events.
  • Customized patio covers and enclosures include a variety of choices from solid to adjustable patio covers, lattice, adjustable tension and sliding covers, and drop shades.
  • Custom-designed ironwork for accenting awnings, storefronts, and outdoor spaces.

Building on a foundation that has been serving customers since 1986, the Shoreline team uses advanced technologies, premium materials, and a focus on quality and innovation. Working from its production facility in Paso Robles, the company offers personalized attention and customized design, manufacturing, and installation for every customer. The products offered by the company are versatile, seamlessly interchangeable from commercial to home, and come with a transferable Lifetime Warranty.

Shoreline Awnings & Patio, Inc.
3514 Combine St.
Paso Robles, CA 93446
(805) 238-4110


Shoreline Awning and Patio announces a new website by Access Publishing

-Shoreline Awning & Patio, Inc. recently announced it has launched a new website, designed and hosted by Access Publishing. Dan and Rachel Ryan purchased the business from the founder, Russ Meznarich, launching a fresh perspective for the well-known company. Shoreline Awning & Patio has been providing awnings, patio covers and a complete suite of shade structures for the Central Coast from Ventura to Monterey since 1986.

“The new website showcases breathtaking photographs of our custom-designed shade installations,” said co-owner Dan Ryan. “Shade structures, including awnings, patio covers, pergolas, and gazebos, serve practical needs for both commercial and residential spaces while also providing highly visual appeal. They add attractiveness to storefronts, open spaces and backyards that attract people to shops, restaurants, or relaxing on the patio. Our new website features all the possibilities available for home and business owners.”

Building on the foundation laid by Meznarich, the Ryan family has expanded the company’s vision, creating custom solutions for commercial and residential outdoor spaces. Using advanced technology and premium materials, they maintain a focus on quality and innovation. Celine Ciccio and Preston Ryan, the next generation of the Ryan family, are integral members of the team. Long-time skilled tradesmen, craftsmen, and dedicated employees remain at the core of the business, ensuring that the tradition of excellence continues under the Ryan family’s leadership.

What sets Shoreline Awning & Patio apart is its local patio and awning production facility in Paso Robles. The company offers a wide range of products, including various types of awnings, patio and outdoor covers, sunrooms, sail shades, and custom decorative ironwork. Additionally, Shoreline partners with leading distributors such as Equinox, Four-Seasons, and Outdoor Elements to provide top-quality patio covers and outdoor living solutions.

The team brings the Shoreline Awning & Patio expertise to every aspect of a project from working with the customer on custom design, to manufacturing and installation. The products offered by the company are versatile, seamlessly interchangeable from commercial to home, and come with a transferable Lifetime Warranty.

“Our new website provides a comprehensive visual experience of how our products and custom-design services can meet every idea and vision our customers have. The team from Access Publishing has helped us deliver our vision to our customers.”

Access Publishing is a leading marketing firm in San Luis Obispo County offering proven solutions for web design, SEO and online advertising customized to every business.

“We are incredibly excited to join the vibrant construction and outdoor living community in Paso Robles. Whether you are looking for awnings or any shade structure for a home or business on the Central Coast area, we encourage you to visit our new website and explore our diverse catalog of options,” said Rachel Ryan.

The Shoreline Awning & Patio team’s dedication to innovative design, personal attention and customer satisfaction fosters confidence and trust among both new and loyal clients. With strong community connections and a focus on quality, they are ushering in an exciting new era for Shoreline Awning & Patio.

Shoreline Awning & Patio, Inc.
3514 Combine St.
Paso Robles, CA 93446
(805) 238-4110


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