Company:
SHADE Industries

Project Details

Fabric 1

Commercial 95 340
Producer/Manufacturer: Gale Pacific USA Inc.
Primary Use: Main Fabric


Engineer Name 1
Nick Keizer

Engineer Company 1
RNK Structural

Design Name
Enrique Cardenas

Design Company
SHADE Industries

Fabrication Company
SHADE Industries

Project Manager Company
SHADE Industries

Installation Company
SHADE Industries


Please describe the project specifications

Residents of the Millennium Cascade Falls Apartment Complex in Goodyear, Arizona, are able to experience this shade structure, featuring 12 specially designed sails secured to an existing sturdy steel frame. Through utilization of 90 anchor points, we were able to minimize gaps of sun into the outdoor workout area below with smaller arcs in the perimeter of the shade sails. By effectively minimizing sun exposure, this installation has significantly enhanced resident comfort and well-being while also creating an environmentally friendly and energy-efficient outdoor space.


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