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Custom shade sails in Spain

We design and handcraft every shade sail for the space you want to cover: the exact shape, size, fabric and colour. We install throughout Catalonia and ship to the rest of Spain.

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20 years of experience
Technical projects signed by architects

Any shape
Triangular, square, rectangular or layered sails, adapted to your anchor points.
12 colours
From white to black, with shade and UV data for every fabric.
Up to 98% UV protection
We work with fabrics such as Gale Pacific COM95: breathable and durable.
Handmade
Hand-finished sails with stainless steel hardware and turnbuckles.
Signed by architects
Our technical projects carry a quality seal and an architect’s signature.
Large areas
Up to 200 m² with a single sail, and more by combining several.

A shade sail made for your space

A shade sail is a tensioned fabric structure fixed between several anchor points: walls, beams or posts. Unlike an off-the-shelf sail, a custom shade sail is designed around your space: where the sun falls, where it can be anchored and how you will use it. New to shade sails? Start with what a shade sail is.

shadedesign® has been doing this on the Costa Brava for 20 years, using a method proven in countries such as the United Arab Emirates, where sun protection is a necessity.

Shapes: triangular, square, rectangular… or yours

Triangular shade sails: the most versatile. Ideal for corners and for layering several sails at different heights. Read more about triangular shade sails.
Square shade sails: even coverage for terraces and seating areas.
Rectangular shade sails: perfect for long spaces, walkways and car parks.
Custom shapes and layered sails: for irregular courtyards or to create an architectural feature.

All of them have curved (catenary) edges, which keep the sail taut and wrinkle-free. Compare the options in our guide to types of shade sails.

Fabric and colour

We work with several fabrics, including Gale Pacific Commercial 95 (COM95): breathable, tough and offering up to 98% UV protection. Because hot air can escape, it feels much cooler under the sail than under a closed roof. More in why choose Commercial 95 fabric.

Choose from 12 colours, each with a different shade percentage. Try them in the configurator on this page or read how to choose the colour of your shade sail.

Measurements and quote

For a custom shade sail, what matters is not just the area but the anchor points and the tension they must withstand. That is why we visit the site and take the measurements ourselves. For a first idea, see how to measure a shade sail.

The price depends on the area, the number of posts and whether the sail can be anchored to a building. As a guide, usually between €50 and €350 per m².

Installed in Catalonia, shipped across Spain

We install with our own team or certified partners throughout Catalonia. For the rest of Spain we make your sail to measure and ship it to you; if you prefer, you install the posts with technical support from our specialists and we fit the sail.

Fabrics & colours

Pick a colour, see your shade

All our shade sails protect you from UV rays. Select a fabric to see how much shade it casts and how much radiation it blocks.

Compare all 12 fabrics

Colour	Shade	UV factor
Sand	94%	93%
Natural	93%	92%
White	57%	86%
Silver	88%	93%
Turquoise	83%	92%
Laguna blue	90%	90%
Navy blue	90%	94%
Steel	94%	93%
Metal	93%	92%
Charcoal	93%	91%
Ochre	94%	93%
Black	94%	93%

Custom shade sails we have installed

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The perfect shade, designed for you
New project: private terrace
New project: tensioned structures
New project: restaurant installation

How we work

From idea to shade

01
Consultation & site visit
Tell us what you want to cover. We study the sun’s path, the anchor points and how the space is used.
02
Technical design
We propose shape, fabric and colour. Technical projects are signed by architects.
03
Handmade
We make your sail to measure, with stainless steel hardware and turnbuckles.
04
Installation & maintenance
Our team or a certified partner installs it. We also offer annual maintenance.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a custom shade sail cost?

It depends on the project: the area, the number of posts and whether the sail can be anchored to a building. As a guide, usually between €50 and €350 per m². We will prepare a free, no-obligation quote.

How big can a shade sail be?

We can cover up to 200 m² with a single sail. For larger areas we combine several sails, which also lets us play with heights and shapes.

Do you install outside Catalonia?

We install throughout Catalonia with our own team or certified installers. For the rest of Spain we make your shade sail to measure and ship it to you.