The St Albans entrance canopy is a contemporary cantilevered structure defined by circular uprights, refined purlin detailing, and underslung planar glazing. Designed to create a strong architectural statement at building frontages, it provides effective weather protection while maintaining a light, open appearance.
Its combination of structural clarity and glazing technology makes it suitable for commercial offices, education facilities, healthcare settings, and civic buildings seeking a modern arrival feature.
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Product Details:
Cantilevered Design with Circular Uprights
The St Albans model adopts a cantilever configuration, removing the need for front support posts and preserving a clear approach to the entrance.
Key structural elements include: • Circular steel uprights • Matching purlins for visual consistency • Cantilevered roof projection • Tie rods providing additional structural support
The exposed tie rods serve a dual purpose, enhancing load distribution while contributing to the canopy’s architectural identity. This approach creates a visually confident solution within the wider family of entrance canopies.
Underslung Planar Glazing System
A defining characteristic of the St Albans canopy is its underslung planar glazing. This system delivers a clean roofline without visible top-mounted framing, reinforcing the canopy’s contemporary aesthetic.
As a glazed roof entrance canopy, it offers: • High levels of natural light transmission • Clear visibility beneath the structure • Reduced visual bulk • A refined junction between steel and glass
Glazing options include opal or bronze cladding to adjust light diffusion and solar performance according to project requirements.
Rainwater Management and Detailing
Effective drainage is essential for long-term performance. The St Albans entrance canopy incorporates a bespoke box-gutter system fixed discreetly to the glass edges.
Such detailing ensures the canopy performs reliably in exposed UK weather conditions.
Material Options and Finishes
The structural framework can be finished to align with surrounding architecture or brand identity.
Available options include: • Powder coating to a wide range of colours • Integration with aluminium detailing where required • LED lighting for enhanced visibility • Solar lighting for projects with limited electrical infrastructure
Where a bold façade statement is desired, colour selection can be used to create a distinctive blue metal entrance canopy or other project-specific finish.
For schemes requiring a lighter aesthetic, aluminium components can be incorporated to deliver a refined aluminium entrance canopy appearance while maintaining structural strength.
Suitable Applications
The St Albans entrance canopy is well suited to a variety of public and commercial settings, including: • Corporate headquarters and office developments • Secondary schools and colleges • Healthcare and medical facilities • Civic and municipal buildings • Retail and mixed-use schemes
Its cantilevered configuration ensures unobstructed access, supporting inclusive design and high pedestrian throughput.
Manufacturing and Installation
Manufactured in the UK, the St Albans entrance canopy benefits from precision fabrication and quality-controlled finishing processes. Accurate production of circular uprights, glazing supports, and tie rod assemblies ensures consistent alignment and structural performance.
Broxap provides a full installation service across the UK and Ireland, coordinating groundwork, structural erection, and glazing installation to deliver a complete entrance solution.
A Contemporary Architectural Statement
The St Albans entrance canopy combines structural clarity with carefully detailed glazing. Its circular supports, tie rods, and planar glass roof create a distinctive yet professional frontage feature.
For architects and specifiers seeking a modern entrance canopy that balances transparency, durability, and architectural presence, the St Albans model offers a refined and dependable solution.
Options:
Opal or Bronze Cladding on the roofs
Powder Coating to a wide range of colours
Bespoke box-gutter fixed to glass at the edges to manage rainwater discharge
Broxap offer a standard carriage service for all products, this usually takes between 3-28 days as lead times vary on specific products and quantities.
