When you think of covered walkways, what will most probably spring to mind is the vine-like wooden construction that you see in garden centres or parks. These practical and decorative walkways are now used in a variety of settings in the commercial sector. They provide you and your business with additional, usable outdoor space and a convenient way of getting from one place to another. Below we explore five ingenious ways to use a covered walkway in a variety of different settings.

1. Link to another building

A covered walkway is an obvious choice when you want to create a dry way to get from one building to another. This could mean installing a covered walkway to get from one area of your business to another, for example from your restaurant and then outside into the patio area. This would provide you with an extension of your restaurant, but at a fraction of the cost.

2. Wrap around a building

The covered walkway can also be used to provide an additional living area outside. One popular option is to use a covered walkway around the side or rear of your building, to create an outdoor veranda or patio space to use all year round. This is a practical solution as modern covered walkways are made from aluminium and reinforced glass, making them weatherproof and safe.

3. The pedestrian pathway

If your school has a vast outdoor area that includes lots of playgrounds and outdoor classrooms, then a covered walkway can be used to connect all of these individual areas. This obviously ensures that children stay dry and protected from the elements, but it also helps to unify the outdoor space, encouraging the children to access all areas.

4. Kids’ play area or den

A covered walkway can be used as a children’s den or classroom. These structures are safe, secure and weatherproof, so can be used all year round. They provide a great way of encouraging the kids to get out and play – try transforming a round covered walkway into a circus tent or a narrow covered walkway into a pirate ship. This would be a welcome addition to any business with an outdoor play area.

5. Create a gazebo

The covered walkway does not need to connect buildings or lead anywhere. It can be a stand-alone structure. If you have enough room in your outdoor cafe area or beer garden, and would love an additional space for your guests to sit and enjoy the sun, then a covered walkway could be used as a gazebo. They can be easily customised to suit your needs, all you need to do is add some comfy garden furniture and cushions.

If you are considering adding a modern, covered walkway to your business, then we can help you. To learn more about the vast range of covered walkways offered by Shelter Solutions, then please do browse our website and don’t hesitate to get in touch with us today.