At the hottest time of day, there’s nothing like an awning for lunch in the shade. All year round, a verandah enables you to create an extra room and benefit from an area that opens up directly to the outside. For both the first and second, you’ll need a professional. On-the-spot studies, plans, estimates - Policchi evaluates, advises and carries out each project combining esthetics with functionality, from the Italian Riviera to Saint-Tropez. Policchi, C.SO Inglesi, 634, Sanremo (00 39 01 84 66 72 11).