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Featured image for “Pergolas 101 – A Guide To Choosing The Right Pergola Design”After reading this guide, you’ll feel comfortable integrating a pergola in the outdoor architectural design of a garden or landscape as well as utilizing them to create beautiful and functional outdoor living spaces for commercial and residential applications.14515:full

Pergolas 101 – A Guide To Choosing The Right Pergola Design

March 3, 2024

After reading this guide, you’ll feel comfortable integrating a pergola in the outdoor architectural design of a garden or landscape as well as utilizing them ...

Featured image for “Structureworks Brings Custom Aluminum Shade Solutions to Southwind Condos”Structureworks is proud to announce a new project with Southwind Condos. The luxury beachfront condominiums in Sandestin Resorts are located in Miramar Beach, FL. Structureworks has been awarded a contract to design, engineer, and manufacture seven aluminum pergolas for installation.16999:full

Structureworks Brings Custom Aluminum Shade Solutions to Southwind Condos

May 14, 2026

Structureworks is proud to announce a new project with Southwind Condos. The luxury beachfront condominiums in Sandestin Resorts are located in Miramar Beach, FL. Structureworks ...

Featured image for “Architectural Screen Panels: Balancing Aesthetics, Shade, and Privacy in Commercial Projects”Today’s architects, builders, and developers are designing spaces built to improve occupant comfort, reduce energy demand, strengthen brand identity, and create privacy where it matters most. That means choosing multi-purpose exterior elements that are built to last, look great, and enhance the building’s functionality.15207:full

Architectural Screen Panels: Balancing Aesthetics, Shade, and Privacy in Commercial Projects

April 27, 2026

Today’s architects, builders, and developers are designing spaces built to improve occupant comfort, reduce energy demand, strengthen brand identity, and create privacy where it matters ...

Featured image for “Structureworks Brings Luxury Shade Solutions to The Cooper”Structureworks is proud to announce a premier new project with The Cooper, the newest luxury hotel opening in Spring 2026 on the Charleston, SC waterfront. Structureworks has been awarded a contract to design, engineer, and manufacture three aluminum pergolas for installation as part of the hotels rooftop terrace and lounge area.16614:full

Structureworks Brings Luxury Shade Solutions to The Cooper

April 13, 2026

Structureworks is proud to announce a premier new project with The Cooper, the newest luxury hotel opening in Spring 2026 on the Charleston, SC waterfront. ...

Featured image for “Commercial Awnings and Canopies as Architectural Elements: Enhancing Function, Branding, and Building Performance”Explore how commercial awnings and metal canopies enhance building performance, branding, and durability. Learn how a well-designed building canopy supports function, energy efficiency, and architectural impact.882:full

Commercial Awnings and Canopies as Architectural Elements: Enhancing Function, Branding, and Building Performance

April 9, 2026

Explore how commercial awnings and metal canopies enhance building performance, branding, and durability. Learn how a well-designed building canopy supports function, energy efficiency, and architectural ...

Featured image for “Premium Shade for Historic Highmark Mann Center For The Performing Arts”Structureworks is proud to announce a new project with the historic Highmark Mann Center for the Performing Arts located in Philadelphia, PA. In celebration of the Highmark Mann’s 50th anniversary, the center has launched a massive renovation project to transform the campus…16609:full

Premium Shade for Historic Highmark Mann Center For The Performing Arts

March 17, 2026

Structureworks is proud to announce a new project with the historic Highmark Mann Center for the Performing Arts located in Philadelphia, PA. In celebration of ...

Featured image for “The Importance of Built Shade”As temperatures rise, built shade is becoming essential infrastructure. Learn how thoughtfully designed pergolas, canopies, and architectural shade structures protect public health, lower temperatures, and create outdoor spaces people actually use.16727:full

The Importance of Built Shade

February 19, 2026

As temperatures rise, built shade is becoming essential infrastructure. Learn how thoughtfully designed pergolas, canopies, and architectural shade structures protect public health, lower temperatures, and ...

Featured image for “Modern Shade for Motto by Hilton”Structureworks is proud to announce a premier new project with The Motto by Hilton, a new hotel in the heart of downtown Nashville, TN. Structureworks has been awarded a contract to design, engineer, and manufacture two aluminum shade structures, including one equipped with a ShadeRight Fixed Canopy.16621:full

Modern Shade for Motto by Hilton

February 19, 2026

Structureworks is proud to announce a premier new project with The Motto by Hilton, a new hotel in the heart of downtown Nashville, TN. Structureworks ...

Featured image for “HGTV Dream Home 2026 & Trex Shade”We are proud to announce our partnership with HGTV, with a contribution to the HGTV Dream Home 2026. Located on Lake Wylie, just outside Charlotte, North Carolina, this home features a blend of timeless design with serene outdoor lounge spaces, including a premium Trex Shade Artisan-LS Canopy. This premium canopy, featuring an aluminum construction and integrated lighting, stands out as a sophisticated addition to the dream home’s outdoor shade.16697:full

HGTV Dream Home 2026 & Trex Shade

February 3, 2026

We are proud to announce our partnership with HGTV, with a contribution to the HGTV Dream Home 2026. Located on Lake Wylie, just outside Charlotte, ...

Featured image for “Designing with Aluminum Pergolas: Performance, Durability, and Solar Control in Commercial Projects”Explore how aluminum pergolas deliver durability, solar control, and architectural flexibility for commercial outdoor spaces.15061:full

Designing with Aluminum Pergolas: Performance, Durability, and Solar Control in Commercial Projects

January 30, 2026

Explore how aluminum pergolas deliver durability, solar control, and architectural flexibility for commercial outdoor spaces. ...

Featured image for “Structureworks Awarded Contract for Major Expansions at MonteCedro Senior Living”Structureworks, is proud to announce a significant new project with MonteCedro Senior Living, a respected retirement community located in Altadena, California. MonteCedro residents, will enjoy beautiful pergolas and shade structures creating comfortable outdoor spaces throughout the community.16560:full

Structureworks Awarded Contract for Major Expansions at MonteCedro Senior Living

January 4, 2026

Structureworks, is proud to announce a significant new project with MonteCedro Senior Living, a respected retirement community located in Altadena, California. MonteCedro residents, will enjoy ...

Featured image for “Custom Structures for Spectacular OCVibe Experience”Structureworks is excited to announce a new project with OCVibe, a massive new development in Orange County, CA. As part of this development, Structureworks has been awarded a contract to design, engineer, and manufacture 8 Custom Aluminum Structures for installation at the Honda Center in 2026.16576:full

Custom Structures for Spectacular OCVibe Experience

November 18, 2025

Structureworks is excited to announce a new project with OCVibe, a massive new development in Orange County, CA. As part of this development, Structureworks has ...

Featured image for “Lancaster, PA Senior Living Community”This Senior Living Community, is an award winning retirement community named one of the top places to retire in America. Located in the heart of historic Lancaster, Pennsylvania, the facility hosts a variety of clubs, activities, and resort style amenities to keep residents active and comfortable.16559:full

Lancaster, PA Senior Living Community

November 18, 2025

This Senior Living Community, is an award winning retirement community named one of the top places to retire in America. Located in the heart of ...