Architectural fabric shade flowers – an achievable art design.

Located at one of Miami’s premier retail destinations, this large-scale architectural shade structure project combines functionality with striking visual design. The custom steel canopies provide shaded gathering areas and valet coverage, enhancing comfort while complementing the mall’s modern aesthetic.

Engineered for durability and long-term performance in South Florida’s climate, these commercial shade systems integrate seamlessly with the surrounding architecture — delivering both protection and style for one of Miami’s busiest commercial environments.

The entire project was designed, fabricated and installed by Hoover Architectural Products for:

Dolphin Mall owner: Taubman Properties

Architect: Neumann Smith https://www.neumannsmith.com/project/dolphinmall

General Contractor: Whiting Turner

Frame material: HSS Galvanized Steel

Fabric type: Serge Ferrari Precontraint 502 vinyl fabric

Fabric Supplier: TriVantage

Thread type: Gore Tenara PTFE