The Shade is a landmark sports and recreation hub in Masdar City, designed with a distinctive green roof structure spanning 17,500 sqm. The project integrates sustainability, community engagement, and wellness within one multifunctional complex. Facilities include a running track, swimming pool, padel courts, market areas, and event spaces, all unified under a dramatic, lattice-like roof that merges architecture with landscape. The design emphasizes energy efficiency and environmental integration, with the green roof offering insulation, shading, and accessible public space. Inside, a dynamic layout connects sports facilities, plazas, and interactive pathways, fostering both activity and social interaction. This forward-looking development embodies Masdar’s vision of sustainable urban living while creating a vibrant destination for residents and visitors alike.