Bespoke commercial awnings at Costa Coffee, Hayes, Bromley, installed by Sign Architects
Outdoor Branding · London

Awnings that earn their place on the high street

Retractable awnings, fixed canopies and branded al fresco cover, designed and built in our Barking workshop and installed by our own team.

2015Established
36,000sq ft workshop, Barking
1 teamDesign · Make · Install
38 mphWind-rated retractables
The problem

Your frontage is working half the year

Rain empties outdoor tables. Sun fades the window display. And a plain fascia is invisible at 30 metres. An awning fixes all three, if it's specified properly.

Lost covers when it rains

Outdoor seating is revenue. Uncovered, it's a gamble on the forecast.

UV fading stock and fittings

South-facing glazing cooks interiors and bleaches merchandise.

A frontage nobody notices

Branded fabric is the biggest sign you'll ever fit, and it faces every passer-by.

How it happens

Survey to switch-on in four steps

01Site survey

We measure the frontage, check fixings and wind exposure, and confirm whether consent is needed.

02Design & approval

Fabric, colour, profile and branding proofed for sign-off. Planning handled where required.

03Made in Barking

Frames and fabric fabricated in our 36,000 sq ft workshop with marine-grade materials.

04Installed by us

Our own fitters, working around trading hours so the shop stays open.

Why it pays

Cover that sells

  • Extend your usable outdoor space
  • Year-round weather protection for customers
  • An additional branding surface on the high street
  • UV protection that stops interior fading
  • Motorised options with weather sensors
  • Wide range of fabrics, colours and styles
Questions

Before you ask

Do awnings need planning permission?

In most cases, retractable awnings benefit from deemed consent. Fixed structures may require planning permission depending on size and location. We advise on a case-by-case basis.

How weather-resistant are the awnings?

Our awnings use marine-grade fabrics rated to withstand heavy rain, UV exposure, and winds up to 38mph (retractable) or higher (fixed structures).

Next step

Tell us about the frontage. We'll tell you what it needs.

A free 30-minute consultation with a designer, by phone or on site. No obligation, and we'll flag any planning questions before you spend a penny.

Unit 4 Pacific Wharf, Hertford Road, Barking IG11 8BL · Serving all London boroughs