SunplumbmechAI Shade Planner
AI patio shade planner

Plan the shade before the sun hits the patio.

Enter your outdoor space, orientation, time of day, wind and budget. Sunplumbmech generates shade layouts, a sun path preview and a seasonal setup plan — pure outdoor inspiration, no construction.

HomeownersRestaurantsResortsPatio hosts
Sun path timeline
7 AMSunrise10 AMMid-morning1 PMSolar noon4 PMAfternoon7 PMSunset
7 AM: Long west shadow10 AM: Shade pulls northwest1 PM: Tight overhead shade4 PM: Shade pulls northeast7 PM: Long east shadow
How it works

From sunny chaos to a shade plan in four steps

Every plan is generated as inspiration. It is not an engineering drawing, permit document or installation service.

01

Describe the space

Pick patio type, size, orientation, sun hours and your budget band.

02

Generate a layout

The AI proposes umbrella, sail and canopy combinations for the zone.

03

Preview the sun path

See how shade moves morning, noon and afternoon across the day.

04

Get a setup plan

Receive a product-neutral checklist and seasonal setup notes.

Shade zones

See where shade actually lands

The planner maps your patio from above and blocks out shade zones for umbrellas, sails and canopies so you can position seating, dining and lounge areas with intent.

  • Top-down zone mapping for each shade element
  • Orientation-aware sun direction arrows
  • Product-neutral — no brand lock-in
Shade zone map (top view)
House wall (north)Umbrella zoneShade sailDiningAfternoon sun
Patio moodboard

Umbrellas, sails, canopies and curtains

Mix and match shade styles. These are visual ideas only — measurements, anchoring and load are always for you and your installer to confirm.

Cantilever umbrella

Triangle shade sail

Pergola canopy

Drop curtain

Wind & safety

Strong wind is always your judgment call

Shade fabric and wind do not mix. The planner flags wind, but takedown, weighting and anchoring decisions are yours.

Calm — under 12 mph

Most umbrellas and sails fine with proper bases.

Breezy — 12 to 22 mph

Add counterweights; angle umbrellas; check sail tension.

Strong — over 22 mph

Close umbrellas and take down sails. Your judgment only.

Digital shade credits

Simple credit packs, USD only

Buy plan credits and generate as many shade layouts as your pack allows. Payments are placeholder only — no card is charged today.

Patio Snapshot Pack

$8/ 5 shade plans

A quick start for a single backyard, balcony, or deck.

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Most popular

Host Layout Pack

$22/ 20 shade plans

For patio hosts and small restaurants iterating on layouts.

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Resort Planning Pack

$69/ 90 shade plans

Bulk planning for resorts and multi-terrace venues.

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Prices in USD. Digital shade credits are delivered online — there is no physical shipment.

Before you plan: what Sunplumbmech is and is not
  • AI shade plans are inspirational only and may be inaccurate.
  • We do not provide structural engineering, construction, permitting, permanent building or installation services.
  • We make no SPF, UV or any medical sun-protection claims. Shade is comfort, not health protection.
  • Strong wind, storms, weighting and anchoring are always your own judgment and responsibility.
  • Digital shade credits are delivered online; there is no physical product or shipment.