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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.


 

Westlake Girls High School Sports Facility - Steel detailing
Westlake Girls High School Sports Facility - Steel detailing

Westlake Girls High School Sports Facility - LSAA Design Awards 2013 High Commendation

Entrant:Structurflex Limited

  • Category: 4  ID Number:  4101
  • Location: Auckland, NZ
  • Client: Westlake Girls High School
  • Completion Date: May 2012

Judges Comments:

"Well executed variant of a "Standard" structure for sports."

"A tough site by the side of a motorway. Fine integration of structure and membrane to make the most of the potential of lightweight materials. A generous span provides uncluttered space; a sense of levity throughout."



New Fabric Roof for the Souk Okaz Public Theatre
New Fabric Roof for the Souk Okaz Public Theatre - Close up details

LSAA Design Awards 2013 Award of Excellence (Cat 6, ID 4303)

Souk Okaz Public Theatre

Entrant: MakMax Australia

  • Location: Taif City, Kingdom of Audi Arabia
  • Client: Taif City
  • Completion Date: March 2013

Judges Comments:"Well integrated and designed perfectly for its place.""This looks to be very successful integration of lightweight elements with solid architecture. There's no sense that the roof has been conceived independently of the rest of the theatre. Lovely tent-like effect; very effective use of pattern on the 'fly sheet'."

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Decorative roof, culturally significant

The purpose of Souk Okaz Public Theatre was to deliver both a functional public space for cultural activities and evocative ambience reminiscent of the ancient pre-Islamic era of a bustling Bedouin market place.

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 â€“ 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

QUT Sports Field Car Park Project
QUT Sports Field Car Park Project

 

Application: Sports stadium on top of a multi-level car park

This project was entered in the LSAA 2018 Design Awards (Cat 4 Large Fabric Structures, #4066)

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

The Queensland University of Technology (QUT) Sportsfield Car Park project was part of the construction of a $27 million multi-story car park at the QUT Kelvin Grove campus in Brisbane. The roof-level is home to a FIFA accredited sports field, developed as part of the long-term expansion plans for the University.

The Queensland University of Technology (QUT) Sportsfield Car Park features a FIFA-accredited sports field on the roof of the AUD$27 million multi-level car park. This unique project included the design and construction of the steel, PTFE fabric membrane, fall arrest mesh, static line and score board.

Inverted conical umbrella fabric structures for Panoli Gate House
Inverted conical umbrella fabric structures for Panoli Gate House

 

LSAA 2011 Design Award Entry (Category 4): Panoli Gate House - India

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

As a flagship development in the area Panoli needed a striking and unique entrance. MakMax’s Indian office was able to provide a prominent entrance structure to suit. The project, Panoli Gate House presented a new challenge for MakMax engineers. The large 1,300 sqm area required shade, weather protection, as well as a plan for collecting run off. Inspired by the design and functionality of the St Tropez products MakMax already produces as standard products, engineers decided to replicate this shape and function on a grand scale.


Cabramatta Lawn Bowls Club Sun Protection Roof - During Construction
Cabramatta Lawn Bowls Club Sun Protection Roof - During Construction

LSAA 2013 Design Award Entry (#4301): Cabramatta Bowls Club

Entrant: MakMax Australia

  • Category: 4 ID Number:  4301
  • Location: Fairfield Rd, Cabramatta NSW
  • Client: Paynter Dixon Constructions Pty Ltd
  • Completion Date: October 2011

APPLICATION OF PROJECT: Long span sporting arena roof.

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

Sun safety in sport is a growing concern across all sectors of our community. Providing a playing surface protected from harmful sun is vital to the continuity of some sports. The sport of lawn bowls in particular have realised this is especially true for their aging demographic and shrinking membership.


Chevron Renaissance Fabric Roof Canopy - View from above
Chevron Renaissance Fabric Roof Canopy - View from above

Chevron Renaissance Project Entered into the LSAA 2016 Design Awards (Cat 4 Large Fabric Structures, #4773)

Entrant: MakMax Australia (Engineer, Fabricator, Installer)

Location: Gold Coast, QLD.   Team: MakMax Australia

Application: Retail Shopping Centre

Sharjah Safari - Birds of Africa Aviary
Sharjah Safari - Birds of Africa Aviary

LSAA 2022 Plaques 0007

APPLICATION OF PROJECT:

This project was one spearheaded by HRH Dr Sheik Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi (Ruler of Shajah) and was kept under wraps for the past 4 years.  The Birds of Africa Aviary forms the centre piece of the Safari and highlights the flamingo habitat.

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

A bird aviary comprising 10,000 sqm of stainless steel woven cable mesh together with shading panels.

View of Pacific Fair Resort Roof
View of Pacific Fair Resort Roof

 

Pacific Fair Resort Roof - Entered into the LSAA 2016 Design Awards (Cat 4, Large Fabric Structures #4114)

Entrant: Fabritecture (Designer and Installer)

Location: The Esplanade.   Completed: 2016

Client: Scentre Group (Westfield)

Team:  Scentre Group (Westfield), Wade Design, Textile Fabrication Services, Fabritecture 

 Application

Statement architectural fabric structure with complex steel geometry and state-of-the-art LED lighting system as part of a $670 million redevelopment of Pacific Fair Shopping Centre on the Gold Coast.

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  2. Large Structures - 2024DA -Te Hiku Sports Hub Project
  3. Waitomo Glowworm Caves Visitor Centre
  4. The Glen Shopping Centre, Glen Waverley (Entry by Fabritecture)
  5. Brisbane Airport Walkway
  6. Memorial Drive Tennis Centre Canopy (2021 DA)
  7. Mooloolaba Bowls Club
  8. Auckland Cablenet Zoo Aviaries Enclosures
  9. Wellington Bowling Club Greens Cover Project (2018)
  10. The Cloud, Auckland
  11. Porto Chino Shopping Mall
  12. Large Structures - 2024DA - Bank of Indonesia Millennial Function Hall
  13. East Cessnock Bowling Club
  14. Platypus Remediation
  15. The Link Covered Walkway, Chadstone, VIC (2022 DA Entry by MakMax)
  16. Inglis Selling Centre Fabric Roofs at Warwick Farm Racecourse (2018)
  17. ASU – Skysong
  18. Large Fabric Structures - 2024DA - Whitten Oval Indoor Training Facility
  19. Ken Rosewall Arena, Stadium Roof, Sydney
  20. Playford Bowls Club Triple Green Roof Cover Project (2018)
  21. Melbourne Sports & Aquatic Centre (MSAC)
  22. Macquarie University Campus Dining Room Project (2018)
  23. Greenslopes Private Hospital Car Park Canopies
  24. The Grand Pavilion RAS
  25. Large Fabric Structure - Field of Dreams
  26. Large ETFE Structure - 2024DA - Link at Langley Atrium
  27. ITE College West, Singapore
  28. The Farm - Anish Kapoor
  29. Projects from 2018 Design Awards (Cat 4)
  30. Marassi Beach Resort, Egypt
  31. Large Fabric Structures - 2024DA - Hamilton Workingman’s Club Canopy
  32. Marrara Tennis Centre Fabric Roof Project (2018)
  33. Yogyakarta International Airport, Indonesia (2021 DA)
  34. Queensland State Velodrome
  35. Clarke Quay Redevelopment - Singapore
  36. Spanish Pavilion at Dubai Expo 2020 (4726)
  37. Fabric Structures at Expo 2015
  38. Brisbane State Tennis Outdoor Show Courts