landscaping & external works
Fall in love with outdoor spaces, whatever the weather
The addition of a external canopy or shelter can help transform an open space into a flexible multi-use space while also enhancing the design of the building. Andrew Murray, MD of AUTOPA Limited discusses why you should add a canopy into your next design
‘By partially covering a play area with
canopies pupils are able to make the most of their break times whatever the weather’
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Schools are reaping the benefits of installing canopies on site
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n the summer months outdoor areas are packed. However, for the remainder of the year, these areas often lie dormant. With space at an ever increasing premium, a logical
solution is to adapt these outdoor spaces to create a usable area, whatever the weather. An easy way to transform your outdoor spaces is through the
addition of a canopy or shelter. Shelters can be manufactured to suit any size of site, and for almost every use. From entry canopies to outdoor play areas and dining areas, the possibilities are endless.
Why should you add a canopy into your next design?
1. Flexibility
Flexibility is key to a canopy’s success. Although the basic structure of a canopy or shelter is always the same (legs and a roof ), that is where the similarity stops. External canopies and
additional structures can be designed to suit a wide range of architectural styles both traditional and contemporary. All shelters tend to fall into one of four general styles, these are:
•Lean-to Canopy
The lean-to canopy is the simplest shelter design and it uses the existing building for structural support. With only two supporting legs, this style is perfect for the smaller or tighter site. Although this is a simple design, it is imperative that the existing structure is strong enough to support the additional weight
•Wall mounted Canopy
Small and light, wall mounted canopies are wholly supported by the existing structure. A popular example of a wall mounted canopy is a door canopy which are designed to protect visitors opening and exiting the door from the worst of the British weather Continued overleaf...
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