The conceptual design is the most important phase in realizing the design intent of architects and clients. To this end we work in conjunction to develop designs that meet with the aesthetic intent while being structurally sound. This is achieved using photo realistic rendered 3D models on all our projects to allow our clients to […]
A model life One common complaint is that tensiles are difficult to draw and harder still for the client to visualize. The traditional way round this was to create a physical model (using a curious combination of foamboard, timber dowels and ladies’ tights). Now we have a whole range of CAD programmes such as ‘Rhino […]
Foundation design is the cornerstone of any construction project, ensuring the safe transfer of building loads to the ground. The design depends on a precise study of soil properties, load types, and the structure’s nature. Foundations vary from shallow (like isolated footings and rafts) to deep (like piles) depending on site conditions. The primary goal […]
Knowing your boundaries The fabric membrane obviously needs to be attached to the supporting structure somehow. There are two principal approaches: A continuous fixed edge or a scalloped edge with attachment points just at the corners. With the former, the fabric slides into an aluminium extrusion (just like a yacht mast), which is easily bolted […]
Pre-tensioning: cutting the slack Every fabric used in tensile structures has different stretch characteristics but critically they will not creep overtime. At Base Structures, each roll of fabric is tested in our biaxial rig to the same design loads that the actual canopy will need to be tensioned out to. The amount the fabric stretches […]
Manufacturing & Fabrication We have fabrication facilities for the fabric, steel and cable elements of our structures, this has allowed us to implement strict quality control measures during fabrication to ensure our structures are always of the highest standards. Fabric Types There are a number of fabrics that can be used for tensile structures and […]
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