How to get your outdoor dining area sorted for Summer 2024
Businesses and homeowners alike are beginning to pay more attention to their garden sanctuaries. After COVID-19 we came to appreciate the value of good open air a little more, after all, these were the first leisure spaces we were invited back to. Not only were people determined to escape the confines of their homes and enjoy themselves, but the outdoors became a refuge against the quick spread of the virus. And with predictions of upcoming heat waves, there are a whole host of reasons why investing in a dedicated outdoor space for yourselves and your customers will prove a great advantage.
Shading
British people certainly love alfresco dining. However, we don’t often get the same opportunities to enjoy this practice as our continental counterparts thanks to our unpredictable weather. Now this might deter some business owners from investing in or expanding their gardens. But, with the right design, materials, and expertise, outdoor eating and drinking can be a year-round promise for your clientele. Additional architecture such as pergolas, canopies, and retractable roofs can revolutionise the ambience of your establishment. They’re not only superbly functional, but crucially they contribute to customers’ sense of safety and comfort.
Pergolas
Garden pergolas, unlike temporary marquees, provide a robust, lasting structure. Characterised by vertical posts and interspaced overhead beams, pergolas can come in all different shapes and sizes. They can be free-standing structures if you want to create a secluded retreat for your outdoor area, or they can be attached alongside the main building if you would rather keep your customers close.
Sturdy wood and aluminium are the most popular materials for pergola construction, this means less repair work and an impressive lifespan for your garden dining. This makes pergolas a truly worthwhile investment that allows you to plan for your business’s future.
Canopies
Ideal for smaller patio spaces, garden canopies offer great versatility with easy installation and removal.
Retractable roofs
To truly upgrade your garden, we advise embracing the latest innovations available in the home renovation industry. At The-Oi, we build and supply first-class retractable roof technology. These solutions are manufactured with quality aluminium and motorised trailing panel systems. Such a construction allows for gentle ventilation of the covered dining area and easy adjustment at just the push of a button. It guarantees control for you but also allows guests to request alterations to their level of shade for an even more comfortable, bespoke customer experience.
Luxury veranda
On top of ensuring your garden area is functional throughout all the seasons, it's also important to invest in the visuals. Our luxury verandas elevate a makeshift garden dining area into a polished, impressive alfresco terrace embracing the main building. Available in metal and glass, intimate or grandiose in size, open-air or encased, luxury verandas can be made to suit whatever your vision dictates.
At The-Oi, we provide various veranda additions available for you to choose from. From Fiano glass sliding walls to fixed aluminium dividers, our professionals can collaborate with you to create the unique spectacle you’re working towards. And the additions don’t stop there, we can help adorn your luxury veranda with quality, durable garden furniture, LED lighting, infrared heating, music speakers, projectors, retractable screens, and more to really refine your outdoor space. By welcoming your customers with carefully crafted, interesting spaces, it won’t be long before the phone cameras are unleashed and the image of your business spreads through social media.
Outdoor solutions with The-Oi
For further insights into the value that a quality garden renovation can bring to your business, take a look at our return on investment calculator. It’s quick and simple to do, offering an estimation of profits based on just a few of your details.
There’s much to look forward to this upcoming summer. Refreshments in a sunny beer garden, outdoor time with friends and family, food and wine surrounded by nature are all tantalisingly close. So contact us today to begin building your luxury alfresco arena that will transform the service you provide.