What This Week’s Winter Storm Reveals About Outdoor Dining Spaces As a major winter storm moves across large parts of the country this week, many businesses are being reminded of just how unpredictable and disruptive weather can be. Heavy snow, freezing temperatures, strong winds, and icy conditions don’t just impact travel and daily routines; they […]

Outdoor Design Trends for 2026: What’s In (and What’s Out) Outdoor spaces are no longer considered seasonal add-ons. In 2026, restaurants, hotels, commercial properties and residential spaces are designing outdoor areas to work year-round, regardless of weather. Flexibility, climate control, and smarter use of existing space are shaping the future of outdoor design. Below, we […]

2025: A Year of Transforming Spaces This year, Roll-A-Cover partnered with restaurants, hotels, residential clients, and venues nationwide to create spaces that work year-round, no matter the weather. A Few 2025 Highlights Shippy’s, Southampton, NY Motorized skylight and rolling wall creating an all-weather dining experience Residential Pool Enclosure, Connecticut Extending swim season with seamless indoor-outdoor […]

How Restaurants Can Host Holiday Parties Outdoors (Even in Winter) Outdoor patios are one of a restaurant’s most valuable spaces. In the spring and summer, they create energy, increase seating capacity, and attract guests who want to experience the city from a new perspective. But when temperatures drop, most patios sit empty, even though the […]

🍂 Next Season’s Success Starts This Fall Plan This Fall. Profit Next Spring. Each year, our busiest clients have one thing in common. They start planning early. A Roll-A-Cover retractable enclosure isn’t just an upgrade, it’s an investment that expands usable space, boosts revenue, and creates unforgettable experiences for guests. Why Plan Now? By beginning […]

From Summer Sun to Fall Fun: How Restaurants Can Extend Outdoor Dining with a Retractable Roof Outdoor dining doesn’t have to end when the weather cools down. With a Roll-A-Cover retractable roof, restaurants, cafés, and event venues can keep their patios open long after summer fades, giving guests the best of both worlds: the beauty […]

Autumn is Rolling Around—Prepare with a Roll-A-Cover Enclosure As the crisp air of autumn arrives, restaurants, rooftop bars, and venues across the country start preparing for the seasonal shift. Guests still want to enjoy the beauty of the outdoors withthe colorful foliage, cooler evenings, and festive gatherings. Unpredictable weather can often cut those experiences short. […]

How Retractable Enclosures Grow Revenue for Commercial Spaces (Restaurants, Hotels & Venues) Weather is the most unpredictable line item in your business. A sunny Saturday turns into wind and drizzle, your patio sits empty, and revenue you planned on disappears. Roll-A-Cover’s custom retractable roofs turn that volatility into predictability, so patios, rooftops, courtyards, and pools […]

Elevating Rooftop Experience: Roll‑A‑Cover at The Salt Shed in Chicago Atop the Salt Shed sits the Three Top Lounge, a stunning rooftop bar that marries skyline views with industrial charm. To maximize the usability and visual impact of this elevated space, the Salt Shed team partnered with Viewpoint Enclosures and Roll-A-Cover to design and install […]

Why Every Commercial Space Needs a Weather-Resilient Strategy In today’s climate, both literally and economically, weather resilience is no longer optional for commercial spaces. Whether you’re running a restaurant, rooftop bar, hotel, or event venue, the ability to adapt to unpredictable weather can directly impact your bottom line. That’s where a weather-resilient strategy comes in. […]