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February 17, 20260Comments

Landscape Architect Cheat Sheet: How to Write a Shelter Spec

This cheat sheet is designed for landscape architects writing a park shelter spec for tender packages, and for municipalities that want a clean, defensible procurement document.

February 11, 20260Comments

How to budget a Park Shelter Project

A shelter budget goes sideways when the shelter is treated as a single line item. In reality, budgeting a park shelter project requires planning the full scope. That includes structure, foundations, civil/site work, access, installation, and any add-ons.

February 6, 20260Comments

Four Add-Ons That Improve The Use Of Park Shelters

A shelter becomes far more valuable when it's planned as a complete use zone, not just a roof. The right park shelter add-ons improve comfort, reduce clutter, and make the space

February 6, 20260Comments

How to Size a Picnic Shelter in Five Steps

A shelter can look perfect on a concept plan and still feel cramped in real life. The most common reason is simple: Early sizing focuses on table count, but forgets circulation, accessibility,

January 27, 20260Comments

Hip vs. Gable Shelter: Discover which roof style is better for your park

Choosing between a hip roof shelter and a gable roof shelter is one of the earliest decisions that shapes shelter performance, layout efficiency, and how the structure fits the surrounding

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