When planning your space think about giving yourself the widest usability options you can.
If you don’t want to be baked whilst you grill, but do want to feel the sun on your face as you dine, choosing two retractable awnings instead of one longer one can give you the option to cover your cooking or dining area but not always both.
Also, consider electric awning as you can adjust the shade instantly.
Putting the table a little further away from your outdoor kitchen also means that diners don’t have to endure BBQ smoke. Many patio dining sets can also sit out in the sun without damage, so won’t mind the full glare.
If you have a round outdoor table, you can follow the line of the table to create a flagstone seating area to create a feature, and choose a different style awning or table umbrella to reflect that.
It’s these little details that can make a scheme seem well-considered and ironically, effortless.