Artist-Designed Shade Structures in Phoenix, Arizona
The city of Phoenix, Arizona, the hottest city in the US, is combating rising temperatures with a local initiative.
A recent installation, ¡Sombra! Experiments in Shade, features nine artist-designed shades in public spaces, including Cool down a notch: Reflections on Sunnyslope by Jessica Arias.
Cool down a notch: Reflections on Sunnyslope features tent-like shades made with UV-resistant canvas and heat-reducing paints, resulting in a striking 48°F difference at one point.
The initiative aims to provide respite from the heat, particularly for vulnerable residents, including the unhoused community, who are at risk of heatstroke and burns.
- The installation will be on display until 31 October.
- Phoenix is the fifth-largest city in the US and is grappling with life-threatening heat conditions.
Author's summary: Phoenix uses art to combat heat.
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