Canopies and shelters for modular building design

Enhance modular buildings even further with the addition of a canopy or walkway for a complete, functional, and attractive building solution. 

Prefabricated buildings have significantly evolved in quality, design, and durability. Once viewed as a short-term housing solution after the Second World War, modular buildings are now constructed to high design standards, producing strong and consistent units.

Reports suggest that the global modular construction market could double in value by 2030, driven by its flexibility and effectiveness.

Just like any other development or construction project, the success of modular building schemes also depends on improving outdoor spaces to create a comfortable and cohesive environment.

Broxap’s canopies and walkways complement modular buildings perfectly, just as they do traditional developments and existing architecture.

Modular construction, also known as offsite construction, involves producing and assembling building components in a factory setting.

These pre-designed modules are then transported to the site for installation.

Modular buildings can be permanent or relocatable and have become increasingly popular as a reliable alternative to traditional construction methods.

This modern construction method is used across key national infrastructure, including education, healthcare, defence, and public sector estates such as those run by the Ministry of Justice.

It is also widely adopted by social housing providers and other public sector organisations.

Projects range from tailor-made modular buildings meeting specific needs to proven, sector specific designs.

Major design advances have expanded what’s possible, offering endless options for style, size, and purpose. Modular techniques can be used for new buildings, extensions, or refurbishments.

All types of modular buildings can be further enhanced – whether through an entrance canopy that creates a warm welcome, or a covered walkway that links different areas to form a connected, inclusive space.

The speed and efficiency of modular construction are among its biggest advantages.
Build times are typically 30–50% faster than traditional methods, making it ideal for time-critical projects.

In Derby, Broxap partnered with contractor Morgan Sindall Construction on a school rebuilding project where timing was critical.

Ravensdale Infant and Nursery School was destroyed by arson in October 2020. Using modular methods accelerated the rebuild, helping pupils return to class quickly and minimising disruption to their education.
Broxap’s team fast-tracked the design and manufacture of a freestanding Newcastle Monopitch Canopy to meet tight on-site installation deadlines, ensuring children had access to outdoor learning areas on their return.

Because modules are assembled in controlled factory environments, modular construction results in less on-site disruption, making it ideal for projects involving live working sites, such as clinical environments.

Centralised production also improves sustainability, reducing the number of material deliveries and staff journeys to the site.

There are economic benefits too. Controlled factory conditions avoid weather delays, and the modular system allows for future expansion.

With long-term reliability and high usage, modular buildings perform best when paired with well-designed outdoor spaces that add value and extend their usability.

Broxap is the ideal partner for canopies, shelters and walkways for modular construction projects.

Our in-house teams are based at a single site, allowing us to work flexibly with our partners and provide up-to-date, accurate information on issues such as lead times.

We offer a complete service, from design and manufacture to installation, so contractors and clients can focus on their core objectives while we handle the outdoor infrastructure.

Our market-leading products offer endless options for outdoor improvements, such as: 

• Linking modules with a covered walkway

• Providing outdoor classrooms with direct access to shelters from indoor facilities

• Inspiring confidence among visitors with an entrance canopy 

• Expanding the functionality with covered dining or social areas

Broxap is a trusted partner to contractors and end users across the UK, with a proven track record of delivering high-performance canopies and walkways and of bringing custom designs to reality.

Our continuous investment in sustainable manufacturing methods enhances the green credentials of any modular building project.
Broxap proudly supports outdoor improvement projects of all kinds, including modular building schemes. Contact our teams today for more information.

Our continuous investment in sustainable manufacturing methods enhances the green credentials of any modular building project. 

Broxap proudly supports outdoor improvement projects of all kinds, including modular building schemes. Contact our teams today for more information.