Bike Storage in Urban Developments
Building safer, greener and happier cities with high-quality bike storage
High-quality bike storage encourages more people to get on two wheels, exactly what big cities need. Whether it’s a residential or commercial development, sustainable bike storage solutions are in demand in the UK more than ever before. Here’s why…
We offer competitive prices on our products, never compromising on quality, and all our bike storage is made in Britain using high-quality materials with a focus on sustainability.
Bikes are the sustainable way to travel, so let’s encourage it. The Mayor of London has set a target of net zero carbon in the capital by 2030. This means balancing out greenhouse gas emissions being created with their removal from the atmosphere, so that they cancel each other out. Transportation, like cars and planes, is one of the biggest contributors to greenhouse gas.
Integrating high-quality bike storage in urban areas can future-proof developments by encouraging cycling, helping cities reach their goals in the fight against climate change. It means fewer cars on the road, less fossil fuels being burned and cleaner air for all.
Move over, Cars
To encourage this, every new residential or commercial office space in the UK requires a certain number of bike spaces per person. To help architects find the perfect solution, we have an in-house design team to help plan the space you need, in line with council-specific planning regulations. We work closely with the architects to bring their requirements to life, from design right up until installation.
Green commutes
In the UK, there has been a record number of cyclists in recent years – and it’s only growing. With Cycle to Work schemes and more people opting for greener commuters, the need for smarter bike storage that puts sustainability first is in high demand.
Our bike storage is all made in Britain and BREEAM compliant, offering a contemporary look that blends in with your development. For example, our Amazon eco-cycle shelter is clad in FSC-certified timber, attractive on the eye and environmentally friendly, just like some we designed, Nevern Square in Earls Court, London.
Being made in Britain significantly lowers our carbon footprint, something we are proud of as a company.
Boosting biodiversity
With town and city dwellers making more eco-conscious decisions, it’s safe to assume that they’d prefer greener bike storage options. A great example is Centric in Stevenage, where we incorporated habitat panels, sedum roofs and gabion baskets across a variety of bespoke structures, all designed to support local pollinators and insect life. Bees, we’ve got you.
Choosing biodiverse bike storage options can transform any urban development into a cleaner, greener space. Here at the Bike Storage Company, we offer bespoke biodiverse add-ons that promote the ecosystem and breathe life into urban spaces.
Find out more about our biodiverse bike storage options…
Safe and sound
To build sustainable communities, it’s important to provide cyclists with a secure place to store their cherished bikes, so they don’t have to worry about theft or exposure to the elements.
We designed a high-security, fire-rated and aesthetically pleasing bike shelter for The Everglades in Hounslow. Here, we installed a heavy-duty steel section frame, coupled with anti-climb mesh and solid steel panelling, offering best-in-class resistance to vandalism. We also provide a wide range of locking options, from mechanical push-button codelocks to ultra-secure fob access maglock systems.
These smart yet simple solutions help to build happier, healthier and more sustainable cities (without the stress of worrying if your bike is still where you left it). Knowing their belongings will be safe encourages more people to use their bikes.
Fuel this further and consider End of Trip Facilities. We design and install contemporary, cutting-edge clothing lockers, like our recent project at Queens Quay in Bristol.
Providing changing facilities, lockers, and bike-friendly spaces is a great way to build greener developments, and our team can help every step of the way.
Increase the appeal of your urban development and cater to the growing cycling market with sustainable bike storage options that will last. As well as reducing air pollution, cycle culture builds a strong sense of community and safer streets. You only need to take a look at bike-friendly cities like Amsterdam as a pioneer. In the Dutch capital, bikes account for 32% of overall traffic, exceeding cars. For them, cycling is a way of life. It can be that way in the UK too, as we work towards net-zero carbon by 2030. Here’s to a greener future.
