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Tensile fabric uniquely forms both the structure and skin of a building envelope, and acts with the highest efficiency by providing the minimal three dimensional surface under tension. They are undoubtedly a rapid form of construction, and whether temporary structures or permanent, swift site installation can make a positive difference to the overall viability of a project. The opportunities for shape and surface enclosure provide a limitless range of three dimensional options, all of which are dynamic and exciting. This type of structure lends itself particularly well to stadium roofs and covered shopping malls, entrance canopies and walkways. Tensile fabric structures have properties quite distinct from other building materials and require a clear understanding of the guiding principles if they are to be handled successfully.
Since the legendary Frei Otto’s groundbreaking work evolved the concept of sophisticated tensile structures, the use of fabric membranes as an exciting alternative to conventional structures has fascinated many designers. Tension structures are architectural membranes which, when stressed, will naturally assume minimal surfaces of maximum efficiency.