How to Choose Shade Structures: Strategies Based on Solar Angles and Seasons

Freestanding Canopies. Image Courtesy of ShadeFXThe sun is an inescapable partner in architecture, influencing lighting, energy efficiency, and comfort inside and outside buildings. This influence has become increasingly relevant in the context of climate change, which has led to rising temperatures and the creation of challenging environments. In response, designers are constantly working to adapt cities to heatwaves through large-scale urban strategies. On a smaller scale, such as in residenti