In the heart of Salon-de-Provence, on the lively Place Jules Morgan, brothers Alain and Christian Teskrat have transformed their restaurant terrace into an elegant, practical and perfectly wind-resistant outdoor space. Their venue, O₂ Frères, brings together a restaurant, brasserie and crêperie in one welcoming location where the terrace is the true centrepiece.

A curved terrace with a technical challenge

The brothers wanted to cover as much space as possible with as few parasol masts as possible. The rounded corner of the terrace made this tricky — standard umbrellas always left uncovered areas or created a cluttered look. They also wanted to match the colour of their existing awning for a seamless appearance.

Three MacSymos, one perfectly balanced terrace

To find the right solution, Sami — one of Symo’s professional parasol coaches — visited the site in person. He analysed wind exposure and sun angles, measured the terrace precisely, and discussed the daily operation of the restaurant. Based on his expert advice, Symo proposed three MacSymo parasols measuring 4.5 × 3 metres, ideally proportioned to the terrace shape.

Each parasol is securely anchored on a 40 × 40 cm base plate and connected with drainage gutters for full waterproof coverage. Thanks to its telescopic opening system, the MacSymo can be opened and closed without moving any tables or chairs — a real time-saver during service hours.

Proven resistance to the Mistral wind

The Provence region is famous for the Mistral, a strong, dry north wind that can blow for days. The MacSymo is built precisely for such conditions: a heavy-duty aluminium mast, reinforced joints and a solid foundation guarantee outstanding stability.

Symo even backs this up with its wind guarantee: if a correctly installed MacSymo is blown over by the wind within the first 5 years, we will replace it free of charge and compensate for any consequential damage up to the original purchase value. That means O₂ Frères can keep their terrace open confidently — even on windy days.

In the evening, battery-powered LED lights create a warm atmosphere that perfectly matches the lively square.

More space, more turnover

With only three parasols, O₂ Frères now enjoys a harmonious, clutter-free and highly profitable terrace. The open layout gives staff more room to move and guests more comfort. In the future, the brothers plan to add side screens to extend their outdoor season through winter.

Guaranteed quality

The MacSymo is one of the most robust commercial patio umbrellas on the market. Symo offers a 15-year warranty on the mast and a 5-year wind warranty on properly anchored models. Learn more about Symo’s seven solid guarantees for professional users.

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