Your industrial site doesn’t have to look like a concrete wasteland.

We get it. Industrial estates and business parks are built for function, not fancy looks. But here’s the thing – adding the right external structures can boost your site’s appeal without breaking the budget or getting in the way of operations.

At Land Structure, we’ve been designing and installing practical external structures for over 40 years. From covered walkways at warehouses to secure outdoor break areas at manufacturing sites, we know what works in real industrial environments.

What External Structures Can Do For Your Site

Covered Walkways and Shelters

Keep your staff dry between buildings, car parks, and loading bays. We’ve installed these at logistics centres where workers need to move between warehouses multiple times per shift.

Staff Break Areas

Give your team somewhere decent to eat lunch or take a break outside. Simple seating areas with some weather protection can make a big difference to morale – and it’s cheaper than extending your canteen.

Security Fencing That Doesn’t Look Ugly

You need secure boundaries, but they don’t have to look like prison walls. We design fencing that keeps your site secure while still looking professional when clients visit.

Loading Bay Canopies

Protect goods and workers during loading and unloading. Especially useful if you’re dealing with weather-sensitive products or equipment.

Why Invest in External Structures?

Better First Impressions

When potential clients or new employees visit, a well-maintained outdoor area shows you care about details. It’s a simple way to look more professional than your competitors.

Keep Good Staff Happy

Decent outdoor spaces for breaks aren’t just nice to have – they help with staff retention. It’s a lot cheaper than constantly recruiting and training new people.

Built to Last

We use materials that can handle heavy use and harsh weather. Our structures at industrial sites are still going strong after 10+ years because we don’t cut corners on materials or installation.

Planning and Compliance Sorted

We handle all the planning permissions and safety compliance, so you don’t have to worry about regulations or building standards.

Example: Loading Bay Shelters at a Northampton Logistics Centre

We installed covered loading bays at a major distribution centre where drivers were getting soaked during winter deliveries. The client was losing time and having issues with damaged goods.

The Challenge: 12 loading bays needed weather protection without blocking truck access or interfering with existing operations.

Our Solution: Custom-designed steel frame canopies that extended 8 metres from the building. We worked around their delivery schedule, installing one bay at a time so operations never stopped.

The Result: Faster loading times, happier drivers, and no more weather-damaged stock. The project paid for itself within 18 months through reduced delays and damage claims.

Getting Started

External structures need to work with your specific site and operations. We don’t do one-size-fits-all solutions.

Before we quote anything, we’ll visit your site to understand:

  • How your staff and vehicles move around

  • What weather protection you actually need

  • Any security or access requirements

  • Your budget and timeline

Need practical external structures for your industrial site? We’ll visit your site and show you what’s possible within your budget.

Ready to make your outdoor space work harder for your business?

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Whether it’s large-scale soft landscaping, bespoke external structures, or tree planting, our skilled team is here to deliver reliable, high-quality results that meet the demands of your project.

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