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For the LSAA, Large fabric structures have generally been thought of as those that have a fabric surface area greater than 1000 square metres. These structures may be described as single surfaces or panels in the form of one of the classic hypars, barrel vaults, cones, panels with single or crossing arches - or a combination.

Larger fabric structures can also be made from several modules or panels of similar forms to build up a substantial sized structure. The multiple panels might be arranged in a linear layout, or in a circular or oval pattern commonly found in stadia roofs.  The boundaries are defined structurally and geometrically by straight or curved elements such as arches, edge beams and cables. The prestress forces from adjacent panels often counterbalance and the more efficient structures have a larger degree of symmetry and continuity such as a complete "bicycle wheel" for the roof a major sports stadium. Stadiums are grouped in a separate menu item.

The following articles are in "most recent" order. As of May 2025 we have about 47 projects listed displayed 10 per page.


 

Marassi Beach Resort, Egypt
Shade Sails - Marassi Beach Resort, Egypt

 

LSAA 2011 Design Award Entry (3185)

APPLICATION OF PROJECT:

Shading systems: The Marassi beach Clubhouse, resort villas, and spas required a large range of shading systems.

PROJECT DESCRIPTION - Marassi Beach Resort

Marassi is a Mediterranean‐styled resort development sprawling across 1,544 acres of pristine waterfront. Situated along the magical shores of Sidi Abdul Rahman bay, the resort is close to Alexandria and a few miles away from the historic city of El Alamein.

The Farm - Major Red Fabric Trumpet Sculpture by Anish Kapoor in New Zealand
The Farm - Major Red Fabric Trumpet Sculpture by Anish Kapoor in New Zealand

The Farm Major Sculpture by Anish Kapoor - Entered into the 2009 LSAA Design Awards, Category 4 (4022)

Entrant: Structurflex Ltd - Engineering Fabrication Installation
Location: Kaipara Harbour
Client: Keystone Trust
Architect: Noel Lane Architects
Struct. Eng.: Structure Design & Compusoft Engineering
Builder: Grayson Engineering
Fabricator: Structurflex

No further details have been entered for this project at this stage.

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Underside View of the Inverted Tensioned Fabric Cones at Mumbai Arrival Plaza
Underside View of the Inverted Tensioned Fabric Cones at Mumbai Arrival Plaza

 Twin Levels of Inverted Tensioned Fabric Cones is the Signature of the Mumbai Airport Arrivals Plaza

Entrant: MakMax Australia – Designer
Location: Mumbai International Airport – India
Client: Mumbai International Airport Limited
Architect: Designcell
Struct. Eng.: MakMax Australia
Others: Mahimtura Consultants
Builder: Mumbai International Airport Limited
Fabricator: MakMax Australia

This project was entered in the LSAA 2009 Design Awards, Category 3. (#3832)

No further details have been entered for this project

Clarke Quay Redevelopment - New Shade Structures - Singapore
Clarke Quay Redevelopment - New Shade Structures - Singapore

Entry in the LSAA 2007 Design Awards (Cat 4, 4007)  "Large Fabric Structures"

Entrant: Tensys

Location: Clarke Quay Redevelopment - Singapore   Client: Capital and Commercial Ltd
Architect: SMC Alsops & RSP Architects   Structural Engineer: Tensys
Specialist Consultant(s): Arup (Environmental)   Builder: Kajima Overseas Asia Pte Ltd
Fabricator(s): Skyspan (Asia) Pvt Ltd – Riverside/Bluebell 
canopies HIghtex GmbH – Street/Angel Canopies

Application and Function:

More than $50 million was spent upgrading the outdoor precinct to increase the shade and add to the comfort of visitors.

The Angel Structures are made from high performance thermoplastic film (ETFE).  It is the first time this material has been used on such a large scale in Asia.

Around the river’s edge, striking bluebell canopies over lilypads revitalize the area, helping to create a new trend in outdoor dining and entertainment.

The Cloud on Queens Wharf in Auckland
The Cloud on Queens Wharf in Auckland

 

LSAA 2011 Design Award Entry: Cat 4 The Cloud, Auckland, New Zealand

APPLICATION OF PROJECT:

The Cloud is a semi permanent multi purpose event & exhibition structure, initially developed for the Rugby World Cup

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

The Cloud is a semi permanent structure erected on the western edge of Queens Wharf to accommodate the city's commitment to hosting an inner-city fanzone, festival and showcase event during the Rugby World Cup 2011. Installed as part of the recent 18 month redevelopment of Queens Wharf, The Cloud will be utilised by NZ2011 to showcase the best of New Zealand innovation and creativity during the REAL New Zealand Showcase. At almost 180m long, The Cloud can accommodate up to 6,000 people.


Mehler Coated Technical Textiles supplied large quantities of coated fabric for the 2015 Milan Expo.

The major application was for sun shading the two main axes of the Expo. The 85,000 sqm of fabric was essentially planar rectangular panels attached to opposing valley and ridge cables.

One important concept behind the simple forms was the re-use of the fabric following the Expo.

Other projects included:

  • Iranian Pavillion (2,500 sqm)
  • Ferreo Pavillion (1,600 sqm)
  • Institution Bologna Pavillion (4,500 sqm)
  • Tent at the entrance (6,000 sqm)

For further details see HERE

Playford Bowls Club Triple Green Roof Cover
Playford Bowls Club Triple Green Roof Cover

This project was entered in the LSAA 2018 Design Awards (Cat 4 Large Fabric Structures, #4432) by MakMax

Application: Cover over 3 adjacent bowling greens at the Playford City Bowls club, South Australia.

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Playford Bowls Club Triple Green Roof Cover

The design, fabrication and installation of the largest tensile membrane canopy structure over a bowling green in the Southern Hemisphere. The 5300m2 PVC (Mehler FR900N) structure covers a total of 21 rinks (120m length), lit with state of the art LED sports lighting, allowing year round utilization of the bowling green’s irrespective of the weather conditions. In addition to bowls, the venue is also used to host corporate and social events.

Interior day shot of the ETFE roof
Interior day shot of the ETFE roof

The Glen ETFE Entry Canopy Description

The Glen ETFE entry canopy was designed to cover the outdoor food court area as part of the shopping centre’s AUD$490 million redevelopment in East Melbourne.

Fabritecture completed the design & construction of a steel and single-skin ETFE clad canopy to provide protection for patrons from the wind & rain in the outdoor dining precinct. The client also desired an aesthetic feature roof with custom artwork printed into the ETFE that would be synonymous with the culture of the surrounding area and that would enhance the overall look and feel of the Centre.

  1. Ken Rosewall Arena, Stadium Roof, Sydney
  2. Westlake Girls High School Sports Facility
  3. Chevron Renaissance
  4. Waitomo Glowworm Caves Visitor Centre
  5. Large Fabric Structures - 2024DA - Whitten Oval Indoor Training Facility
  6. Memorial Drive Tennis Centre Canopy (2021 DA)
  7. Sharjah Safari - Birds of Africa Aviary (DA 2022 Entry by Tensys)
  8. ITE College West, Singapore
  9. Marrara Tennis Centre Fabric Roof Project (2018)
  10. Souk Okaz Public Theatre
  11. The Link Covered Walkway, Chadstone, VIC (2022 DA Entry by MakMax)
  12. Porto Chino Shopping Mall
  13. Brisbane State Tennis Outdoor Show Courts
  14. Auckland Cablenet Zoo Aviaries Enclosures
  15. Brisbane Airport Walkway
  16. Large Structures - 2024DA -Te Hiku Sports Hub Project
  17. Mooloolaba Bowls Club
  18. Pacific Fair Resort Roof
  19. Large Fabric Structures - 2024DA - Hamilton Workingman’s Club Canopy
  20. Macquarie University Campus Dining Room Project (2018)
  21. Yogyakarta International Airport, Indonesia (2021 DA)
  22. Large ETFE Structure - 2024DA - Link at Langley Atrium
  23. East Cessnock Bowling Club
  24. Greenslopes Private Hospital Car Park Canopies
  25. ASU – Skysong
  26. Radome
  27. Spanish Pavilion at Dubai Expo 2020 (4726)
  28. Large Structures - 2024DA - Bank of Indonesia Millennial Function Hall
  29. Large Fabric Structure - Field of Dreams
  30. Wellington Bowling Club Greens Cover Project (2018)
  31. Melbourne Sports & Aquatic Centre (MSAC)
  32. Cabramatta Bowls Club
  33. Inglis Selling Centre Fabric Roofs at Warwick Farm Racecourse (2018)
  34. Panoli Gate House, India
  35. Queensland State Velodrome
  36. The Grand Pavilion RAS
  37. Platypus Remediation
  38. QUT Sports Field Car Park Project (2018)