Why Choose Creative Shelter?

Creative Recreational Systems Inc. industry-leading shelter line, has been solving design challenges from landscape architects and freelance designers for over 50 years. Our state-of-the-art precision manufacturing facility, with its high definition plasma cutting abilities and the industry’s best powder coating line, allows our shelters, gazebos, pergolas, kiosks, and mini shelters to become architectural icons within your community.

OUR TOP FEATURES AND BENEFITS

MADE IN THE USA

Our shelters are designed, engineered, and manufactured in our west Georgia manufacturing facility.

NO EXPOSED CONNECTION

Our all-steel designs feature hidden connections, allowing our shelters to have a clean look and greater visual appeal.

BUILDING CODE

We offer sealed drawings to ensure your shelter structure meets local building codes.

FAST ENGINEERING TIME

With our pre-engineered shelters, we have one of the fastest engineering times in the industry

ALL SEASONS

Our framework is engineered to withstand high winds and heavy snow loads.

SUPERDURABLE

Our Superdurable powder coat is paired with zinc-rich primer — a standard at Superior.

Need another reason to buy?

Our value line, a selection of our most popular designs, is great for schools, parks, and other locations where price point is an important purchasing factor. These competitively priced shelters are pre-engineered and include a faster lead time.

Shelter Applications

Because shelters are one of the most versatile structures, our portfolio of projects is quite vast. From bus stops, picnic shelters, and wedding gazebos, we provide shaded, architectural solutions for many markets, locations, and applications.

PARKS, RECREATION & SPORT FACILITIES

From covering bleachers and dugouts to the perfect picnic pavilion, we've done it.

HOUSING DEVELOPMENT & PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

We're already shading elephants, sea lions, and even dolphins across the United States!

BUSINESSES & OFFICE PARKS

You can find our shelters, gazebos, and trellises utilized in common space areas, wedding venues, and as entryway shelters.

SCHOOLS & UNIVERSITIES

From pre-k to college graduation, we're shading outdoor classroom areas to university sport field dugouts.

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Square
simplest shade solution

Ideal for any commercial application, our square shelters are the simplest sun shade solution.

APPLICATIONS
  • Picnic Shelter
  • Cluster Mailbox Shelter
  • Rest Area Shelter
STANDARD SIZES

10’, 12’, 16’, 20’, 24’, 25’, 28’, 30’, 32’, 34’, 36’, 38’, 40’

Value line size options are underlined in blue.

ROOF PITCHES

4:12 (Standard)

6:12 & 8:12 (Optional)

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Hexagon
simple solution for intimate spaces

Ideal for shading bench seating and picnic tables, our hexagon shelters add more visual interest than a standard square shelter.

APPLICATIONS
  • Picnic Shelter
  • Bench Gazebo
  • Wedding Gazebo
STANDARD SIZES

16’, 18’, 20’, 24’, 25’, 28’, 30’, 32’, 36’, 40’

Value line size options are underlined in blue.

ROOF PITCHES

4:12 (Standard)

6:12 & 8:12 (Optional)

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Octagon
your base shelter for ornate statements

Large or small, our octagon shelters make a bold statement. Add ornamental lattice and handrails for a truly unique look

APPLICATIONS
  • Picnic Pavilion
  • Carousel Pavilion
  • Wedding Gazebo
STANDARD SIZES

16’, 20’, 24’, 28’, 30’, 32’, 40’, 48’, 54’

Value line size options are underlined in blue.

ROOF PITCHES

6:12 (Standard)

4:12 & 8:12 (Optional)

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Hip End
versatile rectangular shape

This style shelter provides the perfect protection for picnic tables and benches. Its unique rectangular shape also makes this option great for bleachers.

APPLICATIONS
  • Bleacher Shelter
  • Bus Stop Shelter
  • Portable Restroom Shelter
STANDARD SIZES

16', 20', 24', 30', 40'

STANDARD 20' BAY LENGTHS

24', 44', 64'

Value line size options are underlined in blue.

View page 38 for shelter upgrades and options.

Gable End
versatile rectangular shape

This versatile all-steel structure is perfect for hosting events or shading stages with accompanying seating.

APPLICATIONS
  • Event Space
  • Sport Covers
  • Picnic Shelter
STANDARD SIZES

16’, 20’, 24’, 30’, 40’

STANDARD 20' BAY LENGTHS

24', 44', 64''

Value line size options are underlined in blue.

Ask us about our Extreme Sports Covers (Model 9050)!

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Barrel
unique arched design

The uniquely curved design of our barrel roofs make this option the ideal entryway shelter

APPLICATIONS
  • Walkway Shelter
  • Entryway Shelter
  • Bus Stop Shelter
STANDARD SIZES

16', 20', 24', 30', 40'

STANDARD 20' BAY LENGTHS

24', 44', 64'

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Monoslope & Cantilever
the walkway, bus stop, and dugout shelter

The versatile nature of our sloped and cantilever designs allow them to be applied in many applications. Their modern appearance will make an architectural statement

APPLICATIONS
  • Walkway Shelter
  • Bleacher Shelter
  • Bus Stop Shelter
  • Dugout Shelter

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Mini & Kiosks
for small areas

Our all-steel Mini Shelters are perfect for shading small areas where athletes compete or park patrons relax. Our Kiosks are a must-have addition to any park space and allow parks to display messages, signage, or events.

APPLICATIONS
  • Picnic Table Shelter
  • Message Display
  • Bus Stop Shelter
MINI SHELTERS

Mini shelters are available with a center post or dual column design with a hip or gable style roof. Our Mini Gable Shelter is available within our value line in a 10’ x 10’ or 12’ x 12’. The 12’ x 12’ is available with or without a table.

KIOSKS

Our kiosks are available in multiple configurations — single, double, tri, and quad — with lockable display cases and internal cork boards.

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Performance
the ultimate concert shelter

Our Performance shelters are great for hosting events such as church services or concert performances. These shelters also act as great entrances for parks.

APPLICATIONS
  • Concert Shelter
  • Event Pavilion
  • Picnic Shelter

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Gazebo
make a decorative statement

Our hexagonal gazebos are a great decorative shelter for those who either have a small space or are looking for a statement piece for their area.

APPLICATIONS
  • Garden Shelter
  • Wedding Gazebo
  • Lakeside Picnic Shelter

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Trellis
make a decorative statement

A trellis is the perfect architectural statement, providing grand entrances to parks or unique designs to open area spaces. We offer 10 stunning designs.

APPLICATIONS
  • Walkway Shade
  • Garden Shade
  • Bench Shade

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Flower
for a whimsical statement

Our themed, all-steel flower creates a bold and fun statement for schools or parks and recreation departments.

APPLICATIONS
  • Picnic Table Shading
  • Splash Pad Shading
  • Bench Shading

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Design and sizes may vary based on local codes and requirements

Signs
every last detail

Signs are an important accessory to any space. We can create custom signs of all sizes and shapes — from grand entrances to small accents on your shelter. Pair our signs with our message center kiosks for the complete sign package

APPLICATIONS
  • Park Entrances
  • Pavilion Identification
  • Pavilion Sponsorship Recognition

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Custom
bringing your imagination to life

We’ve been accepting custom design challenges for decades. If you have an idea, we can make it a reality. We are able to customize structures to fit your specific purposes and space restrictions.

WHERE TO BEGIN?

Reach out to your Superior representative and allow our team of designers and engineers to bring your idea to life through drawings and a rendering.

Hillsdale Park( Meridian, Idaho)

FEATURED PRODUCTS

1. 20' x 24' Gable End Duo-Top with
Custom Sign Chalet

Polo Run( Lakewood Ranch, Floridavt )

FEATURED PRODUCTS

1. 19’ x 36’ Hip End Duo-Top Shelter

2. 20’ Square Duo-Top Shelter

Sunset Park( Boise, Idaho )

FEATURED PRODUCTS

1. 20’ x 40’ Monoslope Shelter

Blu Harbor( Redwood City, California )

FEATURED PRODUCTS

1. 10’ x 20’ Custom Single Post Trellis

2. 16’ x 34’ Laminated Wood Monoslope with Metal Roofing With Glide Elbow™

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COLOR OPTIONS

SUPERDURABLE POWDER COAT FRAME COLORS
ALL STEEL METAL ROOF COLORS

The colors below are for use on 24 Gauge R-Panel Pittsburgh All-Steel shelters. The colors below are available for 24 Gauge Standing Seam at an up-charge.

  • Regal White
  • Bone White
  • Matte Black
  • Dark Bronze
  • Medium Bronze
  • Patrician Bronze
  • Spring Green
  • Slate Gray
  • Ash Gray
  • Surrey Beige
  • Sandstone
  • Copper Penny
  • Brandywine
  • Colonial Red
  • Colonial Red
  • Regal Blue
  • Roman Blue
  • Hartford
  • Evergreen
  • Patina Green
  • Galvalume Plus
  • Mansard Brown
STEEL FRAME METAL ROOF COLORS

The colors below are 29 Gauge and for use only as an overlay on shelters with T&G decking substrate max-rib profile standard (available in 26 gauge standing seam at an up-charge).

  • SP/Regal
  • Matte Black
  • Patrician Bronze
  • Charcoal
  • Ash Gray
  • Surrey Beige
  • Light Stone
  • Clay
  • Terratone
  • Evergreen
  • Hartford Green
  • Tudor Brown
  • Brandywine
  • Autumn Red
  • Roman Blue
  • Galvalume Plus
  • Ivory

Inventory and color offerings can change without notice. Multi & Max Rib metal roof panels feature a 30-year warranty except Bright Red (20-year warranty). Standing Seam metal roof panels feature a 25-year warranty except Bright Red (20-year warranty). Actual steel frame and metal roof colors are approximate. Before you place an order, please request anactual color sample from SRP. If you don’t see a specific color here, provide us with a RAL number or Pantone number to create a custom color!

Metal Roof Colors

FOR USE ON ALL-STEEL AND STEEL FRAME SHELTERS
  • Regal White
  • Bone White
  • Light Stone
  • Surrey Beige
  • Sandstone
  • Tudor Brown
  • Copper Penny
  • Mansard Brown
  • Ivory
  • Ash Gray
  • Clay
  • Slate Gray
  • Brandywine
  • Colonial Red
  • Autumn Red
  • Bright Red
  • Regal Blue
  • Roman Blue
  • Hartford Green
  • Terratone
  • Evergreen
  • Patina Green
  • Galvalume
  • Charcoal
  • Medium Bronze
  • Patrician Bronze
  • Matte Black
  • Dark Bronze