Rethinking the
Shape of Shade
The Jacaranda Shade System
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Jacaranda reimagines what a shade structure can be.
Turning Industry Insight Into Design Opportunity
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Jacaranda was developed following strong industry interest generated from the successful Queens Park Ipswich project.
Evolving to sit between standard shade structures and fully bespoke architectural solutions, Jacaranda is a highly unique yet repeatable and adaptable product platform. Its distinctive curved form, flexible configuration options and engineered structural system provides landscape architects and councils with a distinctive solution for contemporary public spaces.
The result is a premium feature shade structure that delivers greater design freedom while maintaining the confidence of a proven, buildable system.
Key Features of the Jacaranda
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Designed to Define a Space
- Inspired by the jacaranda tree, iconic for its distinctive cantilevered branches and unforgettable spring canopy
- Sculptural curved canopy creates a landmark presence
- Designed as a feature element, not background infrastructure.
Shape the Space Your Way
- 60-degree beam segments can be combined to create full circular structures
- Flexible straight, curved and offset layout configurations and post arrangements support highly customised layouts
- Semi-custom sizing support site-specific designs
Built bigger. Engineered smarter.
- 6mm extrusion system enables larger spans and greater height potential
- Full aluminium construction with no steel components
- Concealed fixings create a clean, refined appearance
Create something uniquely local
- Choice of wedge, segment or pergola-style roof systems
- Optional vine-wire systems encourage integration with planting
- Custom laser-cut artwork and endless colour combinations available
The Demand for Intelligent Shade
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Jacaranda was developed in response to the growing challenge within the landscape architecture profession of creating public spaces that are both functional and distinctive.
Our research consistently shows that designers are increasingly looking for shade solutions that define a space, create visual interest and support a site’s overall design intent, while also being practical to specify, deliver and maintain.
Public Shade Users
consistently rank shade as a crucial feature in parks and outdoor environments.
Urban Designers
are looking for modular systems that deliver maximum impact with minimum complexity
Landscape Architects
are seeking to create distinctive public spaces that combine architectural impact and engineering confidence
At GX Outdoors, research and development starts with listening.
Through ongoing market research, our national Roadshow program, customer feedback and insights gained from custom project collaborations, we identify emerging challenges and develop solutions that respond to the changing needs of parks, public spaces and the people who use them.
Jacaranda™ - Rethinking The Shape of Shade
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Jacaranda™ is more than a shade structure. It's a new approach to creating identity, character and comfort within public space.
By combining distinctive design, engineering confidence and exceptional flexibility, Jacaranda™ helps turn everyday parks, streetscapes and civic spaces into destinations people want to visit, use and return to.
Architectural Impact
A sculptural curved
shade structure designed
to become a landmark
within public spaces
Design Freedom
Configure straight, curved or
circular layouts to suit the
vision of landscape architects
and designers
Customisation
Jacaranda can be tailored to
reflect place and community
with customisations from
living green canopies to
laser-cut artwork
Our products attract crowds. They stand the test
of time – the very essence of sustainability.
Australian made for the toughest conditions, we create
park environments that bring communities together.
Engineering Confidence
Built around a new
6mm structural extrusion
system that enables
larger spans and
greater design possibilities
Shelters to Suit Your Needs
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Engineered for Australian conditions and designed for real-world projects, our shelter range gives designers the freedom to create distinctive spaces with minimal complexity. Manufactured from 100% Australian manufactured aluminium, our range of shelters balance long-term durability, design flexibility and practical delivery.
The Full Park Solution
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Creating great public spaces takes more than a single product. That's why GX Outdoors offers a complete range of shelters, furniture, BBQs, drinking fountains, bin enclosures and other public space solutions designed to bring a project vision to life.
Proudly Australian made, our products are built for demanding public environments and designed to give councils, landscape architects and urban designers the flexibility to create places that are functional, distinctive and built to last.
key milestones
company timeline
2006
The outdoor seating branched of from Megatoy to start ‘Site Systems’.
2010
Site Systems was rebranded to ‘Unisite’ to reflect the one stop shop approach to the market.
1990
Previously family owned company Megatoy was founded.
2008
Megatoy sold to global playground company.
2000
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key milestones
company timeline
key milestones
company timeline
2006
The outdoor seating branched of from Megatoy to start ‘Site Systems’.
2010
Site Systems was rebranded to ‘Unisite’ to reflect the one stop shop approach to the market.
1990
Previously family owned company Megatoy was founded.
2008
Megatoy sold to global playground company.
2000
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2020
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2016
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2008
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2024
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100% Australian Made
Our products are manufactured from recyclable materials that can be disassembled and recycled at end of life.
Customisable Designs
We offer a broad range of colours and finish options, laser cut customisation, built in lighting and more.
Short Lead Times
Our Team effectively manage our resources and timeframes to bring you the shortest lead times possible.
Certifications & Compliance
GX Outdoors operates in accordance with Environmental and Sustainability Policies. Discover our certifications.






