Make the most of your Outdoor Space

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With much of the UK’s hospitality sector now re-open for business, establishments including restaurants are looking to take full advantage of all their available exterior space to mitigate the loss of revenue from their indoor space due to social distancing. Outdoor dining is seen as safer as it is proven that the virus is less likely to spread in an external setting and by equipping the outdoor space with high-quality facilities will encourage guests to enjoy the outdoor amenities, warm weather and surrounding views, all whilst adhering to social distancing guidelines.

Patio Awnings & External Blinds

For restaurants requiring a quick, easy and affordable transformation to their outdoor space, the addition of patio awnings are the perfect solution. Both practical and stylish, they provide instant shade and shelter and are designed and built to each applications specific requirements and budget. Available as both wall mounted, freestanding and framed options, awnings can also be equipped with LED lighting and heaters to create a comfortable environment all year round.

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Where existing structures already exist, such as verandas and pergolas, high performance external blinds can be mounted to the top and sides, to provide effective shielding from the elements; sun, wind, rain. A range of waterproof fabrics with self clean effect coatings are available to match or contrast a corporate identity with the option of insetting pvc windows to ensure clear two way vision.

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Outdoor Structures

Louvered roof canopies are the perfect addition to both large outdoor spaces and where year round use of the outdoor space is sought whatever the weather. These modern aluminium structures feature innovative opening and closing louvered roofs, allowing the operator to play with light and shade to create the perfect setting, offering an open-air alfresco feel when left fully open, and ensuring a completely water, wind and even snow-tight roof when closed.

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Optional windproof screens, ambient LED lighting within the roof louvers and/or around the framework perimeter along with instant infra-red heaters provide the ultimate luxury, all-weather, outdoor dining space that can be enjoyed 365 days a year.

By enhancing your outdoor space, you will not only set your establishment apart and impress your guests but more importantly keep them coming back time and time again.

For further information on Caribbean Blinds range of all weather canopies, view our dedicated Commercial Brochure or to organise a free site survey and design consultation to discuss how we can make your outdoor space work for you, contact us on 01787 882582.

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