With summer well underway and food establishments now reopening with the easing of lockdown restrictions, now may be the perfect time for restaurants, cafes, and other businesses to think about utilising their outdoor areas.
In the below article, we will aim to discuss the ways in which you can transform your outdoor spaces, helping you to make the most of your workspace.
Upgrade your Garden Furniture
Businesses with a larger outdoor space should consider the introduction of an outdoor dining area to their establishment, allowing customers to take advantage of the warmer weather and enjoy time out in the sun.
If you’re working on a budget, a simple set of fold-away tables and chairs can work wonders to revamp your space while providing a great seating option that is easily stored away during the colder months, making them a practical and cost-effective addition to your décor.
Invest in Outdoor Plants
If you find that your business’ outdoor space is not large enough to accommodate a seating area, the introduction of outdoor plants to a store front is a cheap yet effective way to give your space a new lease of life, also helping to make your pub or restaurant look more inviting to potential customers passing by.
Investing in easy to care for plants, or even artificial plants, helps to ensure that your outdoor spaces stay presentable all year round, and not just in the warmer weather.
Prepare for the evening hours
If your establishment stays open well into the evening, it’s important to consider quality lighting for all of your outdoor spaces. Outdoor lighting is a must for any pubs and restaurants that operate during later hours, helping your business to appear more inviting to passers-by and to stand out from the competition.
Illuminating your shop front and any other outdoor areas will cause your business to be more eye-catching, appealing more to customers in comparison to businesses that are dimply lit and harder to notice.
Proper lighting also allows for your outdoor dining areas to remain operational during the later hours, making it essential for businesses with commercial garden spaces.
Plan for all kinds of weather
Despite the warmer season, perfect weather is not always guaranteed. It’s important that pubs and restaurants plan ahead for shifts in the weather, ensuring that outdoor spaces can be enjoyed by customers come rain or shine.
Investing in an awning or gazebo will mean your customers can enjoy their time with your establishment without having to battle the elements, making it the ideal edition to any business facing the unpredictability of the British weather!
In conclusion there are a number of ways in which businesses can work to utilise their outdoor space this summer, helping to make their establishment more welcoming to customers overall. For more information on what Lake contracts can do for you and your business, why not visit our restaurant refurbishment service page or get in touch with our team for a free quote.