
Frei Otto: Pioneering Architecture and the Munich Olympic Stadium
A recent visit to Munich allowed us to explore a pioneering example of fabric architecture. Frei Otto was a visionary in both tensile membrane structures
Architects and specifiers who we work with often need to explain the benefits of building with tensile fabric as opposed to using other traditional construction materials. The answer is that there are many benefits… but the decision will always come down to a combination of how the structure needs to look, function and perform over time.
In this article, we focus on the environmental benefits of building with tensile fabric and the material choices available.
A recent visit to Munich allowed us to explore a pioneering example of fabric architecture. Frei Otto was a visionary in both tensile membrane structures
What makes a good architectural project a truly great one? The answer is seamless project management. At Fabric Architecture, we pride ourselves on producing innovative
When it comes to tendering, the road to a successful outcome can be long, arduous, and time-consuming. At Fabric Architecture, we’ve had our fair share
Current choices in materials and technological developments in synthetic fabrics and associated topcoatings has allowed a rapid growth in the fabric canopy market. There are
Covered walkways are a fantastic way to provide protection to users of paths and walkways from wind, rain, snow and sun. They can link two
Signature Structures reach artistic heights Fabric Architecture structures are often artistic sculptures in their own right, but at a new housing development in the Dorset
Architects and specifiers who we work with often need to explain the benefits of building with tensile fabric as opposed to using other traditional construction
We have decided to share 3D drawing files of our bestselling ‘off the shelf’ tensile structures so architects and designers can spend their time doing
An attractive and very effective shading solution for a south facing facade on this newly constructed Maurice Wilkes Building. Designed, engineered and fabricated by Fabric
This stunning design provides over 1000m2 of community space revitalising Wallington Square shopping Centre in South London. The structure was engineered, manufactured and installed by
Fabric Architecture have in record time designed, engineered, fabricated and installed two new entrance canopies ahead of the Boodles May Festival at Chester Racecourse. Design
This architecturally challenging project to enhance and preserve the integrity of this listed building was completed on time and within budget. The historic Clock Tower
Four sculptural ETFE inflated cushion structures, believed to be the largest elliptical structured of their kind. The design was conceived by Leonard Design Architects and
WAM Design and Fabric Architecture have worked together to develop a tensile fabric link structure at the “HX Building 2” scheme, an extension project between
St Enoch’s Shopping Centre in the heart of Glasgow has just under gone a face-lift. The atrium area and food court have been dressed with
Fabric Architecture’s specialist ETFE division is working closely with Leonard Design Architects to produce four iconic sculptural totems. These large inflated cushions situated in St
Simple and effective skylight features were added to the tensile structure designed and installed by Fabric Architecture at York Racecourse’s Moet & Chandon Pavilion. The
Despite extreme weather conditions, with arctic winds, snow and ice, the bespoke tensile rooftop structure for Hummersknott Academy was completed on schedule in mid-January 2016.
Fabric Architecture has again worked with Westfield Corporation to deliver improvement works to one of its major shopping destinations. Westfield Stratford City on the edge
Working alongside Main Contractors, Walter Thompson, Fabric Architecture are currently onsite at Hummersknott installing the first phase of a large bespoke tensile structure over a
In 2016, Fabric Architecture will return to the Middle East on a second tensile project for Al Ain Zoo. Previously, the company supplied a series
Steve Hayes’ latest creation is a representation of the proposed plans for the redevelopment of Tynemouth Outdoor Pool. The pool had its heyday between the
With the overall build now complete, Fabric Architecture are working through the last few ‘snags’ and adding the finishing touches to the Chandos fabric roof
Fabric Architecture will reunite with Westfield this autumn to deliver a new and improved premium shopping experience at Stratford City. Covering the external spaces at
Birmingham New Street officially opened yesterday and welcomed its first commuters today to rave reviews, following a £750million makeover. Fabric Architecture designed the fully-integrated fabric
Fabric Architecture are working alongside contractors Mace Group, to deliver a fully-integrated fabric lining inside Birmingham New Street station’s new atrium and concourse. This large-scale
A new era will begin for Birmingham New Street Station this weekend. On Sunday the station and it’s new concourse will finally open to the
Fabric Architecture are breathing new life into Sutton Coldfield’s Gracechurch Shopping Centre this summer with a programme of works to remove and replace existing canopies
Stanstead airport is owned and operated by the Manchester Airports Group (MAG), which also owns and operates three other UK airports. MAG announced in June
Scottish Power’s new £100m UK base, in Glasgow’s city centre, will accommodate 1,900 more staff when work is completed. We proposed a solution of ceiling
Re-use | Reduce | Recycle Sutton Coldfield Mall in Birmingham was originally built in 1974 as The Gracechurch Shopping Centre. Given its age and the
The redevelopment of Birmingham New Street Station is complex and multi-phased. Phase 1, the west concourse, completed in April 2013 and phase 2, which included
Fan Zone wins ‘Innovative Solution of the Year’ Award The Brazil 2014 Fan Zone, developed by the Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy (SC), including
Fabric Architecture awarded Chandos Lawn Tennis Club fabric roof contract As part of a multi-million pound land swap and redevelopment project, Fabric Architecture have secured
In 2014 Fabric Architecture was awarded the contract to design, engineer, manufacture and install a significant bespoke interior project in Dubai. Rob Arthur, General Manager
The South Glasgow Hospital Campus development involves the expansion of one hospital and the construction of two new hospitals to create one of the largest
Improving social space at University of Middlesex with shelter canopy As part of a remit to improve social spaces at Middlesex University, Fabric Architecture were
As part of a £400,000 conservation scheme funded by The Heritage Lottery Fund, this summer will see Fabric Architecture complete the long-awaited installation of a
Over the last 4 years and as part of a £45m project to build a new grandstand at Cheltenham Racecourse, Fabric Architecture have worked with
As part of a £4.5million regeneration scheme in County Omagh, Northern Ireland, Fabric Architecture have been selected by FP McCann and McAdam Design to provide
In late 2011 we announced our involvement in the Heathrow T2B project; to provide an interior fabric solution that would overcome problematic acoustic factors in
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A bespoke hyper system for elegant open-air dining preserving views of the course and allowing customers continued enjoyment of the races.
A 240sqm wave-shaped fabric ceiling was designed to create a smooth and undulating surface with atmospheric up-lighters.
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