The World of Hospitality Issue 42 2021 | Page 61

CARIBBEAN BLINDS
Carina Lepore added : “ When we chose Beckenham High Street as the second Dough Artisan Bakehouse location , we always planned to improve the garden area for outdoor dining and hospitality as we knew it would bring added value to the business . The pandemic restrictions definitely gave me the push I needed to get this done and made me far more focused about finding the perfect , all year-round outdoor covering .
“ When I saw the quality of Caribbean Blinds ’ products and started to liaise with the team , I realised that I didn ’ t need to look any further because they were able to cater to all my requirements . They were really professional and could answer all my questions , convincing me that I should go ahead with the installation and the value it would bring to my business . They weren ’ t wrong !
shade and shelter and can be designed and built to a bespoke brief to suit the specific application , requirement and budget in mind . Both practical and stylish , additional features including ambient LED lighting , instant heating and side screens can be incorporated to help create a pleasant atmosphere all year round and essentially provide the comfort of indoors , outdoors .
The Puerto Rico Awning explained :
Offering full sun , partial shade or complete shelter , the Caribbean Blinds Puerto Rico pergola awning gives you complete flexibility and freedom over your outdoor space . The slimline pergola framework features a sliding fabric roof that can be adjusted to any position and when fully extended , the integrated guttering built within the leadrail ensures effective water drainage from the fabric into and out of the post uprights .
About Caribbean Blinds :
Since it was founded in 1987 , Caribbean Blinds has been exclusively designing , manufacturing and supplying the very finest external shading products that transform the use , functionality and enjoyment of all types of spaces .
The family run business prides itself on offering truly superior and innovative products that will outperform and outlast . Finishing touches and attention to detail including colour co-ordinated stitching and concealed fixings set their products apart , whilst their expert advice and knowledge ensures the right external shading system for your application , requirements and budget .
“ The installation was really quick and easy ; it only took two days from start to finish . The awning design is stylish , modern and so easy to operate . We ’ re really happy with it and we now have the most amazing space for our customers to enjoy our coffee , cakes and bakes while adhering to the strict social distancing guidelines .” www . cbsolarshading . co . uk
For hospitality establishments requiring a quick , easy and affordable transformation to their outside spaces , a piece of fabric will no longer suffice . Highquality structures such as canopies , awnings and pergolas are the perfect addition to any outdoor social and dining area , offering full protection from the elements whilst allowing customers to feel safe and comfortable , in line with the current social distancing guidelines .
Compatible with both single and two-storey façades , Caribbean Blinds ’ patio awnings provide instant
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