Shade Structures

What kind of shade structure is best?

The best shade is the 'shade that is used most often'. Much of the following information is focused on schools, but much of it will also have applications for other settings. Although students can be supervised to eat their lunch under any shade, at play they will choose light, warm and interesting play spaces.

In this section:

• Communal shade structures
• Verandahs
• Library extension shade
• Shade over courts
• Shade over play-equipment
• Shading around swimming pools
• Sports and playing field shade
• Staff area shade
• Shade for school visitors