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Conical Forms for the Spanish Pavilion
Spanish Pavilion at Dubai Expo 2020 (4726)

Spanish Pavilion at Dubai Expo 2020 (4726)

 APPLICATION and DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT:

The creation of unique Exhibition Pavilion using these large conical forms.  The conical forms to provide both shade and reprieve from the sun but also provide cooling through a passive cooling air ventilation system (reminiscent of the wind towers of traditional Middle Eastern architecture).

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DESIGN / FABRICATION / INSTALLATION BRIEF

The interface of the tension conical form with the surrounding buildings created many clashing challenges.  The fast track nature of the project to detail and design (as the steelwork is being fabricated) made some of the issues insurmountable.  Teamwork between designers, fabricators and the builder helped to bring this project to fruition.

STRUCTURAL SYSTEMS

A simple conical form shape with texturing of additional elements - creating both shade and art.

MATERIALS

Structural architectural steel. PVC/PES fabric

FABRICATION

Requirement of high tolerance in patterning and fabrication to ensure that the seams are located correctly to provide the required visual effect.

COLLABORATION, CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE

This project started prior to Covid 19 but continued through and use of VC and feedback from the local contractor was vital in getting this project off the ground

COSTS                  1,000,000

PROJECT CREDITS

Project ID     4726
Project Name           Dubai Expo 2020 – Spain Pavilion
Location       Dubai Expo Site, Dubai, UAE

Completion Date     July 2021
Award Category      4 (Large Structures)

Entrant Name         Tensys

Address                  7/340 Gore Street, Fitzroy, Vic, Australia, 3079
Telephone Land line +61 3 9416 0066    Mobile +61 4111 296 32

Email Address         This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Website address      www.tensys.com

Entrant Role           Engineer
Project Client           Acciona
Project Architect     amman-canovas-maruri (Spain)
Structural Engineer  Tensys – Tensile structure; 
Mecanismo Ingenieria
Specialist Consultant         Tensys
Building Contractor           Cimolai Rimond
Fabricator(s)           Hardco (fabrication + installation)