Freestanding Structures, more than 92 square meters (1,000 square feet)
Company:
Total Shade LLC Phoenix, AZ
Project Details
Fabric 1
Précontraint 502
Producer:
Engineer Name 1
Fernando Pena
Engineer Company 1
Rocky Summit Engineering Consulting, LLC
Design Name
Brandon Sobiech, PLA, ASLA
Design Company
Dig Studio
Architect Name
Brandon Sobiech, PLA, ASLA
Architect Company
Dig Studio
Fabrication Name
Total Shade LLC
Fabrication Company
Total Shade LLC
Subcontractor Name
Total Shade LLC
Subcontractor Company
Total Shade LLC
Project Manager Name
James Gallardo and Jeff Strasser
Project Manager Company
Total Shade LLC
Installation Name
Total Shade LLC
Installation Company
Total Shade LLC
Please describe the project specifications
"The cloud" a designed build shade structure incorporating water features, sound and shade. The shade structure encompasses radius steel and curved arches to resemble our Arizona monsoons.
What was the purpose of this project? What did the client request?
The client requested a design build team to incorporate a multi-functional splash pad highlighting the design of the shade structure.
What is unique or complex about the project?
To be able to achieve the appearance and functionality, the structure needed to be engineered, manufactured and installed seamlessly. Every component had its unique properties, which created unique challenges as well.
What were the results of the project?
The result of this shade project gives a city a landmark integrated splash pad that will be enjoyed by many for years to come.
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