A more considered and intuitive way to bring your perfect parasol to life has arrived. We are thrilled to announce the launch of the Instashade 3D Parasol Configurator – a state-of-the-art online design tool that places the full creative power of our bespoke parasol-making process directly in your hands.
Whether you are a restaurateur planning a new outdoor terrace, a hotel group refreshing your poolside aesthetic, a landscape architect specifying for a high-end residential project, or a homeowner with a clear vision for your garden, this 3D configurator has been built with you in mind.
A New Standard in Bespoke Parasol Design
Commissioning a bespoke parasol has traditionally required conversations, samples, back-and-forth correspondence and a good deal of patience before you could truly visualise the finished product. The Instashade 3D Configurator changes that entirely.
From the moment you open the tool, you are in a fully immersive, real-time 3D environment where you can explore your parasol design from every angle, rotating and inspecting it as though it were already standing in front of you. Every choice you make is reflected instantly, so you can see precisely how each element comes together before committing to anything.
See It In Situ with Augmented Reality
Perhaps the most exciting feature of the configurator is its integrated Augmented Reality (AR) capability, available on mobile and tablet devices. Using your device’s camera, you can place a photorealistic model of your configured parasol directly into your own space – whether that is your garden terrace, your restaurant’s outdoor dining area, or a hotel courtyard you are currently specifying.
This is a powerful tool for making confident design decisions. Seeing your chosen canopy colour and frame finish sitting in the actual conditions of your space removes guesswork entirely and brings a new level of certainty to the process.
Choosing Your Parasol: Where to Begin
The configurator journey begins with selecting your preferred model from Instashade’s luxury parasol lineup. From cantilever parasols to centre post parasols, each model within our range has been designed and engineered to the highest standards. The configurator allows you to explore the available sizes and shapes within your chosen model to find the perfect fit for your space.
From there, you have two distinct paths.
Stock Configurations
For those working to tighter timescales & budgets, our curated stock configurations offer a selection of beautifully considered, ready-to-order parasol combinations. These benefit from a quicker turnaround time, making them ideal for hospitality businesses with upcoming season launches or homeowners eager to enjoy their outdoor space sooner rather than later.
Fully Bespoke Custom Parasols
For those who want something truly unique, our custom configuration route opens up the full breadth of what Instashade can create. With a slightly longer lead time to reflect the craftsmanship involved in producing a bespoke parasol from scratch, this option is for clients with an eye for every detail.
The Customisation Options
With the Instashade configurator, tailor-making your perfect parasol is simple. Explore the signature features available for customisation below:
Frame Finish
Choose from a refined palette including black, white, silver and a range of sophisticated wood-effect finishes, among others, to complement your architectural or interior context.
Canopy Fabric Colour
Opt for a single, elegant solid colour across the entire canopy, or introduce a more dynamic aesthetic with stripes or alternating panels.
Valance Style
Choose from seven distinct valance styles such as Classic Scallop or French, Roman – each bringing its own character and finishing the canopy edge in a way that feels entirely intentional.
Canopy Trim
Add a finishing touch with single or double coloured trims along the canopy edge, adding definition and a polished detail.
Air Vent Configuration
Choose between single or double air vent configurations, and select a vent colour that either matches your canopy or provides a considered contrast.
Base Options
Select from a range of Instashade base solutions to suit your setting. The popular sleek in-ground base offers a minimal, integrated look, whilst the cross base provides a versatile freestanding option.
Accessories
For exposed locations such as coastal properties, rooftop terraces or open gardens, you can add a stabiliser bar to ensure your parasol remains secure and dependable even in windier conditions.
Custom Printing and Branding
A major advantage for our commercial clients is the option to add custom, high-quality branding to select parasol models. Restaurants, bars, hotels and hospitality groups can upload their logo or brand artwork directly within the configurator, whilst homeowners and design-led clients can explore the option of adding a bespoke pattern, motif or geometric design to make their parasol truly one of a kind.
To guarantee a flawless finish, our in-house design studio will double check your artwork before it goes to print, ensuring your design is captured with absolute precision. A final proof will be created and sent for your approval before any parasol enters production, so you can be completely confident in the finished result.
Real-Time Pricing and Instant Checkout
The Instashade 3D Configurator is not simply a visualisation tool. It is a complete end-to-end purchasing experience.
As you build your parasol, pricing updates in real time, giving you an instant, transparent quote at every stage of the design process. There are no hidden fees – just a clear reflection of your bespoke design, with shipping calculated seamlessly at checkout.
When you are ready to proceed, our secure checkout system allows you to place your order directly within the configurator, making the entire journey from initial concept to confirmed order as smooth and straightforward as it should be.
Export, Share and Present Your Design
For design professionals, hospitality buyers and commercial clients working within a team structure, the configurator offers a particularly valuable set of export tools.
Your completed 3D configuration can be exported in a range of universal 3D model formats, ideal for incorporating into architectural presentations or client proposals. Alternatively, you can save your design as a high-quality PDF, PNG or JPEG, complete with a summary of your chosen configuration options, making it straightforward to create multiple design variants, circulate them internally and gain sign-off from key decision makers before committing to purchase.
For an architect presenting to a discerning client, a procurement manager seeking internal approval, or a hospitality group’s design team reviewing options across multiple sites, this functionality transforms what might otherwise be a lengthy approval process into something far more efficient and visually compelling.
Ready to Design Your Parasol?
Your perfect parasol is waiting to be created. Open the Instashade 3D Configurator today and begin designing a parasol that is entirely and unmistakably yours.
