Expand and Shade Your Outdoor Space
Commercial Shade Solutions That Work as Hard as You Do
Create more comfortable and usable outdoor spaces for your customers and team with our commercial shade solutions, including pergolas, patio covers, retractable awnings, and motorized shade screens, all professionally installed for businesses across Fort Wayne, Elkhart, South Bend, and throughout Northern Indiana and Southwest Michigan.
Businesses across Northern Indiana and Southwest Michigan are investing in custom outdoor shade structures to enhance customer comfort, improve aesthetics, and increase the usable square footage of their properties. From patios and courtyards to sidewalk cafés and rooftop lounges, the right shade solution adds lasting value and versatility to your space.
At W.A. Zimmer, we specialize in residential and commercial shade solutions that elevate outdoor environments, like pergolas for restaurants, patio covers for event venues, and motorized shade screens for outdoor dining and lounge areas. Our team designs and installs durable, low-maintenance shade structures built to perform in high-traffic commercial settings, helping you create outdoor spaces that work hard for your business.
Create Comfortable, Usable Outdoor Areas
Adding permanent shade to your commercial property creates stylish spaces that make outdoor areas more comfortable and inviting for your customers, guests, and your team.
These shaded areas are more than just a win for your customers. Providing employees with a comfortable outdoor area to take breaks, eat lunch, or hold casual meetings can improve morale, encourage healthy habits, and show your team that you value their well-being. A weather-protected break space provides staff with a place to recharge and enjoy fresh air throughout the day.
Choosing the right outdoor shade structure for your business depends on your space, needs, and goals. We offer a range of professional-grade solutions:
- Pergolas – Add architectural character while providing open-air coverage for seating, walkways, and entry areas.
- Patio Covers – Provide full overhead protection from the sun and rain, ideal for outdoor dining areas or event spaces.
- Retractable Awnings – Provide flexible shade that adjusts with the sun and offers on-demand coverage.
- Motorized Shade Screens – Enclose patios or pavilions to block insects, wind, and glare while preserving the view.
By shielding your outdoor areas from harsh sun, wind, rain, and even early fall chills, these shade solutions enable you to expand and protect outdoor spaces, extending the outdoor season and giving your business more months of service and revenue without sacrificing comfort.
Designed for Business. Built to Last.
With nearly 50 years of experience and a reputation for craftsmanship and reliability, W.A. Zimmer delivers commercial outdoor shade structures that are built to withstand the Midwest’s changing weather. We partner with businesses to design, build, and install custom shade solutions that align with your brand, layout, and long-term goals.
Our commercial shade structures are built for high-traffic environments and tailored to each space. Add patio shade to employee break areas, protect walkways and entry points, or expand covered seating to improve comfort and usability. We help you create inviting, functional spaces your guests and team will appreciate year-round.
Let’s Talk About Your Outdoor Space
Looking to expand seating, add shade and visual appeal, or improve your team and customers’ outdoor experience? Let’s build an outdoor space that’s functional, flexible, and unforgettable, rain or shine, season after season.
If you own a restaurant, church, nonprofit, corporation, brewery or winery, lakeside business, or other commercial property in Northern Indiana or Southwest Michigan, W.A. Zimmer is here to help. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and explore the best outdoor shade solution for your business.
