STYLISH BESPOKE
SHELTER SOLUTIONS
Leading UK supplier of outdoor One bespoke project recently produced a stylish shelter in umbra
shelters, NBB, has over 150 variations completed by NBB was that for grey with a bronze tinted roof to
of shelters, walkways and canopies a pharmaceutical company in ensure a relaxing feel and to create
in its standard range. Even with such Cambridge, who required a covered a floor shadow, making the shelter
an extensive standard portfolio, the area at the back of their carpark blend in with the surrounding natural
company also manufactures and for staff to enjoy during breaks. The environment. A glazed back, sides and
installs bespoke solutions for premises carpark, which is surrounded by partially glazed front was installed
that simply cannot accommodate trees, had been allocated an area for a to offer protection from bad weather
an “off-the-peg” solution, or for covered shelter and seating. The brief but also to provide a slight reduction
clients that require an alternative provided to NBB was to incorporate in car park noise. The shelter was
design to complement their external a shelter that enhanced the natural finished with flood lighting, to enhance
landscaping. surroundings and created a tranquil safety and eco-friendly outdoor
and relaxing space, both protecting furniture—made from 100% recycled
employees from the elements and plastic, which is also provided by NBB.
Since the organisation was founded
in 1994, NBB has gained a wealth
of experience in designing and
manufacturing outdoor shelters. The
providing smokers with a designated
area away from the main building.
company prides itself on its hassle-free The NBB design team visited
quotation service available for bespoke the area to get a feel for the
options, as well as the quality and surrounding landscape and to take
longevity of the outdoor shelters they full measurements of the available
produce. space. Working on a design, the team
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To find out more about NBB
Outdoor Shelters, their range of
facilities management products
and recycled plastic furniture,
visit www.nobutts.co.uk or
call 0800 1777 052