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Canopies are not only used above shop windows. They also come in the form of marquee tents for weddings and special events, as camping tents, or as a shaded area in an office courtyard or school playground.1. Marquees:One of the nicest features of a marquee is that it's a temporary structure. This not only means that you can have your wedding at your very own house, but it also creates a completely unique space, a space that your guests won't have seen before. Moreover, marquees are very flexible, which means that it doesn't matter whether you have long tables or tall podiums, a marquee will be able to accommodate them.2. Camping tents:There are few outdoor experiences like camping. Living (at least for a couple of nights) out in the woods, where all you have access to are the items you carried on your back, and the things in your natural surroundings, is enough to bring anyone back down to earth. While some people like sleeping out in the open air, under the stars, most prefer at least having the comfort of a tent. In addition to protecting yourself, you'll probably want to protect the food that you brought with you. Covering it with a tarp is usually enough, but some people like to elevate their pack up a tree, so that it's out of the reach of bears.3. Shaded area:When considering the outdoor space on a property, many principals and directors, will look to include a communal area where office employees or school students can gather, eat their lunch, have a chat or do a bit of work outside. In addition, feature canopies look great on the roofs of buildings, restaurants and shops, as do entrance canopies over the front doors and pathways of office towers and academic institutions.4. Corporate canopies:Canopies are often used for corporate events. Like the marquees set up for weddings, many big corporations will host company Christmas parties, award ceremonies and other big events in a marquee. Furthermore, canopies are often used at outdoor trade shows. In addition to enclosing the company's space/booth, canopies can be used for corporate signage.Their flexibility and versatility are what make these fabric structures so popular for commercial and private use. Canopies come in a variety of shapes, colours, and styles, so no matter what your taste, there is a canopy out there for you.
