Beyond being HORECA terraces

No matter where we go in these last two years we observe the success of the terraces of HORECA establishments. These spaces continue to maintain their function as a supply point for refreshments, food and rest, but currently they constitute more than ever a true framework for emotional well-being by welcoming us and making possible many social encounters, so desired after a long period of physical distancing. It is evident that many of us feel a strong desire to connect with friends and family, actively seeking occasions to meet and spend time in company sharing our joys, worries and complicities.

The terraces are a perfect place where people can satisfy this need to connect, whether in small or large groups. This functionality is very important, since pleasant social interactions improve our emotional well-being by reducing the feeling of loneliness and strengthening self-esteem.

On a well-equipped and protected terrace, people relieve stress, have fun and relax, benefiting from the effects that this environment provides on our health. We eliminate excess cortisol and generate neurotransmitters that help us have a good mood.

Apart from transmitting these benefits, the terraces must be aesthetically attractive to potential clients. This is a factor well known by professionals dedicated to the hotel and restaurant industry. They are aware that there is a lot of competition between establishments and that they must find the best way to stand out by ensuring some basic points:

• Good sun management in both winter and summer To always get the best out of it, I protect it from rain, wind, snow and uncomfortable temperatures. Climate protection is one of the basic needs to be covered since it contributes to attracting and keeping people in a comfortable space while they enjoy the benefits of feeling outdoors, improving their mood and increasing their sense of well-being.

• A careful aesthetic and a touch of design It makes the desire to stay in a pleasant place come true in every sense.
• More space to increase the business area and to give more comfort to customers. The installation of an awning or pergola increases the outdoor space available for HORECA establishments. It is an undoubted improvement for the establishment, both quantitatively, since it represents being able to serve more guests, and qualitatively, since it makes it possible to provide more space between tables, improving the feeling of privacy without giving up the general atmosphere of the terrace.

 

The terraces of the HORECA channel are a welcoming place for social gatherings. LLAZA's wide range provides the perfect products to highlight and add value to these spaces.

In these new spaces, HORECA establishments can schedule entertainment activities both day and night, since some awnings and pergolas are prepared to offer benefits 24 hours a day.

A factor that is becoming increasingly important for the establishment is the reduction in energy costs obtained thanks to awnings and pergolas, since apart from protecting clients from the effects of the weather, they also contribute to reducing the cost of air conditioning and heating. in the spaces where they are installed.

HORECA establishments normally need to cover large spaces, so they need to find optimal products for their application in this sector.

Among these products we find bioclimatic pergolas, which have been a hit since they burst onto the market. They are a type of highly attractive and strong structures, applicable to a multitude of spaces.

There is no doubt that bioclimatic pergolas are the fashionable pergola. Its modern aesthetics and resistance are a great attraction for having an installation that is resistant to strong winds and snow loads. They can be installed both on the coast and in ski resorts given their great robustness and high capacity to drain water.

Being a modular product we can cover large spaces, even if they are irregular. The LLAZA Majestic pergola adapts to even the most complicated chamfers, keeping all its slats functional. It is also possible to pass beams or chimneys through the roof, facilitating product integration despite architectural elements that pose a challenge to its application. This high adaptability is a hallmark of Majestic bioclimatics.

The bioclimatic pergola is also ideal for installation independent of a wall. With them we obtain large wellness islands in gardens, pool areas, terraces in the center of promenades, etc. This independent installation is possible both in the basic version and with the Majestic Plus, Majestic Gate and Majestic Lot variants.

 

 

From top to bottom, Majestic bioclimatic with Nuna glass curtain and KLais 110 Verticals; Majestic gate and Majestic Lot.

There are other types of pergolas that are mostly installed on the wall and that are especially suitable for covering outdoor spaces by attaching them to the premises. The Atika pergola by LLAZA WORLD, presented to the market at Veteco'22, is a product very suitable for protection against solar radiation, rain and storms, no matter how strong they may be. Atika is designed to be waterproof, so meteorological precipitation is no longer a reason to cancel a social date, a dinner or a drink outing.

A very notable advantage of Atika is the possibility of on-the-spot adjustment offered by its system of feet and columns. Thanks to this advance we can bridge certain differences in floor leveling, avoiding having to return to the workshop to have the appropriate tools to make the adjustment.

 

 

Above, Atika tensioned pergola for Hospitality in daytime use; below, in night use.

LLAZA pergolas are complemented by practicable side closures that allow you to choose between open or closed space according to the needs of the moment:

The Nuna (sliding) and Wara (stackable) glass enclosures delimit the interior space of the pergola without losing the connection with the outside. The glazed surface is the maximum that can be obtained without compromising the resistance of the assembly. Its installation allows you to gain an outdoor space, with all the attractiveness that this means and without losing any of the comforts that an interior room provides.

 

 

Above, Nuna sliding enclosure; below, Wara folding enclosure.

On the other hand, Klais 110 vertical roller blinds can be installed on the pillars of the pergola, either independently or outside the glass enclosures. They offer all the benefits of solar management to control the entry of light, heat and solar radiation.

In order to adapt to different uses, Klais 110 has different types of guidance: 35 mm Zip guide, 120 mm wide guide, rod guidance and cable guidance.

 

 

Klais 110-ZIP/Windbreaker (top) and Klais 110-Rod/Cable (bottom).

Awnings with articulated arms capable of reaching large lines are also very suitable for providing good and refreshing shade on days of strong heat and solar radiation. The comfort and flexibility of these systems makes them iconic in the HORECA sector, making it unimaginable for an establishment that does not have some type of these solar protections.

The LLAZA ranges that cover this need are very varied, given the brand's specialization in invisible arm mechanisms and especially in box awnings.

• Models that cover up to 6 meters of line and reach 3-4 meters of output

• Maticbox S-350: The box awning preferred by prescribers. It fits into modern architecture thanks to its minimalist lines and reduced chest height. It is the perfect result of combining high technology that simplifies the professional's work with a spectacular design that generates added value to buildings. Its maximum dimensions are: 6 m. line for 3,50 m. exit.

• Storbox-400: A box awning with aerodynamic lines that revolutionizes the sector both for its aesthetics, which has set a trend, and for its great ease in regulating the inclination and alignment of the arms. Its maximum dimensions are 6 m. of line for 4 m. exit.

 

Above, Maticbox S-350, awning for minimalist and avant-garde architecture; Below, Storbox-400, evolution of the most consolidated range of chests in the sector.

• Multi-arm models that reach up to 12 meters of line with outputs up to 4 meters
  • Kuadbox-400: also characterized by its straight and modern lines. This exclusive box awning fits perfectly with contemporary buildings. Its maximum dimensions with 4 arms are 12 m. line x 4 m. exit.
  • Modulbox-400: It is a system in itself, since it allows us to obtain different configurations. It is undoubtedly a range of progressive solutions since we go from a monobloc awning to two semi-box options and finally a complete box with all the protection that this means. Additionally, we can also have all these configurations with a sombrex roll-up apron.

On the left, Küadbox-400, the box awning most suitable for the highest standing environments; On the right, Modulbox-400, which offers scalable solutions that are always up to par.

• Model for departures that require reaching 5 meters
  • Monobloc 500: It is the awning with invisible arms with the most projection in the LLAZA range. It is a classic awning that already has many years of experience offering shade on numerous hospitality terraces. Its enormous dimensions and proven solvency are its best letters of introduction. Its maximum dimensions are 13 m. of line for 5 m. output

• Awning with articulated arms independent of the wall
  • Duox: This solution responds to the need to have articulated awnings independent of the facades with the possibility of being retracted when required. It is the perfect ally to protect terraces on walks, squares, etc. complying with most municipal regulations. Its different types of anchoring to the ground facilitate its great adaptation on the ground. It is a solution that can reach 6 m. of line with 3 m. outlet on each side. 36m² covered by a structure that is reinforced, unlike other models on the market, and that allows it to be much more stable and resistant to convective winds.

 

On the left, Monobloc 500, the multi-arm awning with the greatest output; On the right, Duox, double awning, with a single roller tube and covering 36 m^2.

One of the benefits of the LLAZA ranges is the LED lighting functionality integrated into the products. This means that we can use the awnings both during the day and at night. When the sun goes down, another world of possibilities opens up for awnings and pergolas, as they provide welcome and privacy to the customers of HORECA establishments. The ease of regulating the light intensity allows you to create varied environments and give personality to different spaces.

With the Onyx Lux-400 articulated arms we will obtain illuminated awnings in their entire length and with an impeccable aesthetic as they do not present external cables in the joint. Their innovative and exclusive design makes them unique on the market, and they are also the easiest LED arms to integrate into awning systems.

Example of a Majestic bioclimatic pergola with LED lighting (on the left). On the right, Küadbox-400 model awning, with light on the arms and chest+front profiles.

The LLAZA WORLD company, apart from the wide range of solutions for restaurant and hospitality establishments, has for some years now had a specialized department that works together with sun protection professionals when presenting offers or projects to the HORECA channel. . This is a very advantageous collaboration for all companies that are part of the value chain, focused on meeting the profitability expectations of businesses and the well-being of end users.