Installation of textile shade sails in Plaça Joan Pelegrí (Barcelona), creating shaded areas and thermal comfort through lightweight structures and permeable materials that enhance ventilation.
In Plaça Joan Pelegrí, in the Sants-Montjuïc district of Barcelona, square textile shade sails have been installed to improve the climatic comfort of the public space.
These lightweight structures, supported by posts anchored with concrete bases, create large shaded areas that encourage the use of the square during the warmest months. The system uses micro-perforated HDPE fabric, allowing air to pass through and improving ventilation while preventing heat accumulation beneath the tensioned surfaces.
The arrangement of the sails creates a dynamic interplay of shadows that, beyond their climatic function, adds aesthetic value to the urban setting. Beneath these structures, seating areas with benches and play zones are located, consolidating the space as a meeting point for residents and users.
A simple yet effective intervention that combines design, functionality, and climate adaptation to improve the livability of public space.