Prefabricated multi-module storefront system

Abstract

A multi-module adjustable storefront system is provided. The multi-module adjustable storefront system includes an entrance meta-module that is adjustable to conform to different heights and lengths of an entrance section of a building structure. The entrance meta-module includes column modules that are adjustable to accommodate different heights. The entrance meta-module further includes top cap and main portion modules that may have additional modules added to adjust the entrance meta-module to different lengths of an entrance section of a building structure. In addition, the entrance meta-module may further include wall top cap portion modules which may have modules added to it to accommodate different length walls of a building structure. In addition an end-wall meta-module is provided for placement on the outside surface of a building structure wall. The end-wall meta-module includes a top cap module, base module, and partial column module. The top cap module and base module are adjustable by insertion of middle portions in order to adjust the length of the end-wall meta-module to accommodate different length walls. All of these modules are attachable to an outside surface of a building structure.

1 . A multi-module storefront system, comprising: 
 a plurality of modules that together provide a unified storefront facade; and    means for attaching the plurality of modules to an existing building structure, wherein modules of the plurality of modules are adjustable to accommodate building structures of different sizes.    
   
   
       2 . The system of  claim 1 , wherein the plurality of modules includes an adjustable entrance meta-module having a top cap module and a main module, wherein the top cap module provides an ornamental look for a top of the system and the main module provides a flat surface upon which storefront insignia may be attached.  
   
   
       3 . The system of  claim 2 , wherein the top cap module and main module are comprised of end portions and at least one middle portion.  
   
   
       4 . The system of  claim 3 , wherein the top cap module and main module are adjustable to building structures of different lengths by insertion of more than one middle portion.  
   
   
       5 . The system of  claim 1 , wherein the plurality of modules further include at least one column module.  
   
   
       6 . The system of  claim 5 , wherein the at least one column module includes a base module and a tubular module that sits within the base module.  
   
   
       7 . The system of  claim 6 , wherein the tubular module may be adjusted, within the base module, to different heights.  
   
   
       8 . The system of  claim 2 , wherein the top cap module includes a recess for receiving a lighting element.  
   
   
       9 . The system of  claim 2 , wherein the top cap module and the main module have open center sections through which wiring may be passed.  
   
   
       10 . The system of  claim 2 , wherein the top cap module and main module are formed of a frame having one or more ribs or gussets and a metallic skin attached to the frame.  
   
   
       11 . The system of  claim 1 , wherein the plurality of modules includes an end-wall top cap module having a top cap module and a partial column module.  
   
   
       12 . The system of  claim 8 , wherein the top cap module has a sloping top surface that provides water run-off towards a roof surface of an existing building structure.  
   
   
       13 . The system of  claim 11 , wherein the partial column module is a wrap-around partial column module that wraps around a corner of an existing building structure.  
   
   
       14 . The system of  claim 2 , wherein the main module extends outward from an existing building structure to provide a soffit.