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Expand your outdoor business space with professionally installed commercial awnings, branded canopies, and motorised shading systems across Southampton and Hampshire.
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Expand Your Business Frontage
At Empire Awnings, we help businesses of all sizes increase their outdoor capacity with premium commercial awning solutions built for practical, everyday use. As specialist awning installers based in Southampton, we supply and fit branded canopies, electric awning systems, and heavy-duty retractable awnings that enhance both the function and appearance of your premises.
Whether you operate a retail unit, office building, hotel, or hospitality venue, a well-designed commercial awning protects your customers, strengthens your brand, and extends usable space throughout the year. Our installations are managed entirely in-house — from survey to fitting — ensuring a flawless, long-lasting result with minimal disruption to your business.
We also offer specialist bars and restaurant awnings and school & playground canopies for sector-specific requirements.
Our Services
Premium retractable awnings for homes and businesses
Every installation is customised to fit the architecture, usage and character of your space. With a range of fabrics, finishes and accessories, we ensure your awning meets your practical needs while matching your aesthetic vision.
Automated systems with sun and wind sensor options
Every installation is customised to fit the architecture, usage and character of your space. With a range of fabrics, finishes and accessories, we ensure your awning meets your practical needs while matching your aesthetic vision.
LED lighting and heating accessories
Every installation is customised to fit the architecture, usage and character of your space. With a range of fabrics, finishes and accessories, we ensure your awning meets your practical needs while matching your aesthetic vision.
Custom printed fabrics for commercial branding
Every installation is customised to fit the architecture, usage and character of your space. With a range of fabrics, finishes and accessories, we ensure your awning meets your practical needs while matching your aesthetic vision.
A broad range of fabrics, designs and valance styles
Every installation is customised to fit the architecture, usage and character of your space. With a range of fabrics, finishes and accessories, we ensure your awning meets your practical needs while matching your aesthetic vision.
Professional surveying, installation and aftercare
Every installation is customised to fit the architecture, usage and character of your space. With a range of fabrics, finishes and accessories, we ensure your awning meets your practical needs while matching your aesthetic vision.
The Empire Advantage
With over 20 years of experience installing commercial awnings across Hampshire, we deliver precision-engineered shading solutions tailored to each client. Every system is designed around your building’s architecture, operational needs, and brand identity. Our in-house team manages everything from site survey to final installation, ensuring a flawless, long-lasting finish. Explore our smart accessories and Somfy controls or view our fabric collections & finishes.
Expert Installation
Professional, safe, and disruption-free fitting for commercial premises.
Made in Britain
High-quality engineering built for strength, reliability, and long-term performance.
Smart Technology
Automated controls for effortless, efficient operation in busy settings.
UV-Resistant
Durable fabrics that maintain colour and appearance under constant exposure.
Commercial Awning Systems
For a range of commercial environments, we provide tailored awning systems designed to meet varying operational demands and space requirements:
Motorised Awnings: High-torque Somfy® systems for smooth, reliable operation in commercial settings — ideal for shopfronts, office entrances, and hotel terraces where frequent daily use demands consistent performance.
Electric Awnings: Energy-efficient powered solutions, ideal for large commercial terraces and outdoor dining areas where manual operation is impractical.
Smart Awnings: Integrated wind and sun sensors automatically retract your awning in adverse conditions, while heavy-duty, water-resistant aluminium frames ensure reliable all-weather performance year-round. Learn more about Somfy sun & wind sensors.
All three systems are available with custom printed fabrics and RAL colour-matched frames, ensuring your installation reflects your brand with precision.
Custom Awnings Solutions for All Industries
Elegant designs for patios, balconies, and terraces.
Enhance kerb appeal and safeguard displays with custom-branded logo awnings, ensuring 24/7 visibility and stronger brand recognition.
Maximise alfresco dining with terrace awnings and optional heated canopy systems.
Maximize outdoor learning and play with interactive play areas and optional shaded canopies for all-weather comfort.
Trusted Awning and Sun Blind Experts Across Southampton & Hampshire
Empire Awnings is a trusted provider of commercial awnings and business canopies across Southampton and the wider Hampshire area. We deliver professional installations for shops, offices, cafés, hotels, and commercial properties, combining local expertise with the capability to manage multi-site commercial contracts across the UK — ensuring consistent quality and exceptional service on every project.
Locally, we serve Southampton and neighbouring areas including Eastleigh, Romsey, Totton, and Winchester, offering fast response times, expert guidance, and practical solutions for all shading and outdoor comfort needs.
From single-site installations to large commercial rollouts, our team handles the full process: site survey, system specification, supply, and installation. Learn more about Empire Awnings and our 20-year track record.
- Southampton
- Winchester
- Eastleigh
- Romsey
- Totton
What our customers say
We had a full awning installed for our café and the difference has been huge. The team was professional, quick, and caused no disruption during opening hours. The finish looks great and has really improved our outdoor seating space.
James W. – Southampton
Really pleased with the service from start to finish. They helped us choose the right awning for our shopfront and handled everything smoothly. It looks fantastic and definitely makes the business stand out more on the high street.
Sarah L. – Eastleigh
Upgraded from a manual to an electric awning and couldn’t be happier. The system is easy to use and feels very high quality. Installation was quick and everything was explained clearly. Would highly recommend for any commercial setup.
Mark T. – Winchester
Great experience overall. We needed a practical solution for sun and light control, and the team delivered exactly that. The awning is sturdy, looks clean, and has made a noticeable difference for both staff and customers.
Charles - Date of experience: 05 March 2025
Great experience overall. We needed a practical solution for sun and light control, and the team delivered exactly that. The awning is sturdy, looks clean, and has made a noticeable difference for both staff and customers.
Ayesha R. – Totton
Very reliable and easy to deal with. Communication was clear throughout, and the installation was completed on time. The finished result looks professional and has really added value to our outdoor area. Would definitely use them again.
Daniel H. – Romsey
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about choosing, installing, and maintaining a commercial awning for your business.
Yes. We offer fully custom branded awnings with printed fabrics that can incorporate your logo, brand colours, and design assets. All aluminium frames are available in any RAL colour finish, ensuring a cohesive and professional look across your premises.
Somfy® motorised awnings offer smooth, reliable operation and effortless ease of use — ideal for cafés, restaurants, retail units, and commercial properties. They reduce wear on fabrics and frames, protect outdoor furniture, save staff effort, and help optimise usable outdoor space throughout the trading day. Explore Somfy accessories and smart controls →
A standard commercial awning installation typically takes one to two days, depending on size and location. Our team ensures professional, disruption-free fitting for cafés, shops, and commercial properties, delivering high-quality awnings in Southampton, Hampshire, and surrounding areas efficiently.
Yes. All canopies, commercial awnings, and sun blinds we install comply with UK fire safety regulations, including BS 7837. Customers in Southampton and Hampshire can rely on safe, durable, and legally compliant shading solutions for commercial and residential applications.
In most cases, retractable awnings on commercial premises do not require planning permission. However, if your building is listed or located in a conservation area, permitted development restrictions may apply. We recommend checking with your local planning authority, and our team is happy to advise during your free survey. Book a free consultation →
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