Applications
Membrane and tensile fabric structures, kinetic folding and retractable canopies and structures, blinds, screens, and large awnings, etc.
Benefits
Permanently UV-resistant and colorfast, durable, highly translucent, waterproof and weatherproof, dirt- and water-repellent, high functional and esthetic qualities thanks to optimized technical specifications for fabric manufacture and light transmission.
PROJECTS
Edition Hotel, New York, US
Protected outdoor space of the hospitality area on the 17th Floor.
Reference: Edition HotelDC Wharf Washington DC, US
DC Wharf transformed into a mixed-use of canopies and lanterns.
Reference: DC Wharf WashingtonGoogle Optix, Atlanta, US
New corporate office with fabric providing creative shading
Reference: Google Optix AtlantaSun shades for pilgrims, Medina, SA
A total of 250 umbrellas, each one with a surface area of 650 m² and 15 meters high, have been installed in the area surrounding the mosque in Medina al-Munawwarah. These umbrellas work together to form a shaded area of 143,000 m².
Reference: Medina sun shadesAdditional picturesObject-like structure, Fulda, DE
It serves as a point of reference and meeting place near the entrance door and as a result of the involvement of several partners from the TEXTILE ARCHITECTURE Network.
Reference: Object-like structureHospital Helicopter Landing Pad, Bern, CH
The new service bridge permits direct access from the platform elevator to the main house elevator which leads directly to the operating theater. The entire route has to be kept dry.
Reference: University HospitalLouis Vuitton Flagship Store, Singapore, CH
The floating SEFAR Architecture fabric provides the necessary shade and protects the luxury goods from the effects of UV light while still allowing daylight to fill the 2250 m² pavilion.
Reference: Louis Vuitton FlagshipSignificant sculptural piece for Auckland Airport, NZ
Pou Manawa (Maori name for the Tree) is the heart of the new retail centre at Auckland International Airport. The tree form is achieved by tensioning a SEFAR Architecture membrane between a massive perimeter truss ring frame suspended from the buildings roof structure and a sculptural trunk base. The independant structural elements enabled a clear uninterrupted surface to be created for projection.
Reference: Pou manawa tree – Auckland AirportBlue Dome theme park, Abersee, AT
Blue Dome, an unusual theme park, shows water in all its forms. The textile PTFE membrane roofing provides weather protection as well as lighting and shade for the building.
Reference: Blue Dome theme parkCourtyard umbrella at Wasseralfingen Castle, DE
An elegant and functional umbrella installation for the historic castle Wasseralfingen now allows public theater, concerts and cultural events to take place in all weathers.
Reference: Wasseralfingen castleAerosun Architectural Umbrella, DE
Architectural umbrellas for up-market requirements where esthetic styling is of paramount importance. High-quality materials withstand wind-velocities up to 100 km/h, are waterproof and UV-resistant.
Reference: Architectural umbrellaDetached family house with sun and privacy screen, Kusnacht/Zurich, CH
SEFAR Architecture Fabrics have been employed as a room divider, it stretches from floor to ceiling. Similarly, it is used as a curtain and for facade elements in the roof structure and balustrades.
Reference: Detached family houseBronze Display Column – Württemberg State Museum, DE
With the bronze display column situated in front of the old castle, the Württemberg State Museum wishes to create an impressive feature that highlights and gives information about its ongoing exhibitions.
Reference: Display columnSuspended aeronautec Architectural Canopy, Dresden, DE
Innovative fabrics for textile architecture open up almost endless artistic possibilities – in particular for open spaces. The Ammonhof Dresden is an office and administrative center whose unusual architecture is appreciated not only by its tenants but also by the city’s many inhabitants.
Reference: Suspended canopyLight pylon for traffic roundabout, Feuchtwangen, DE
Make an impression using architecture and art! The interior-lit 11 m-high steel structure covered with technical light fabric is a wonderful way to do so.
Reference: Light pylonAll-weather canopy, ES
Membrane roofs used as all-weather canopies that are attractively and individually designed for each customer ensure maximum functionality and aesthetics. The fabric guarantees a reliable UV and weather resistance over many years.
Reference: All-weather canopyRollable sun awnings, Langenlois, AT
All-season roll-system awnings. Solutions from SASSUS offer the perfect combination of functionality and design, innovation and quality.
Reference: Rollable sun awningsCommunication Lounge, Darmstadt, DE
High-quality membrane roofs for a communication lounge.
Reference: Communication LoungeCourt yard roofing, Neuwildenstein Castle, AT
The use of textiles for construction/renovation purposes makes the continued use of historical buildings possible despite their easy-to-damage and delicate condition.
Reference: Neuwildenstein CastleSwisscom Event Marquee, Zurich, CH
The inflatable and well-illuminated structure intended for use as a marquee by Swisscom to give a modern and fresh outlook for PR presentations and for event- and sponsorship-activities.
Reference: Swisscom event marqueeFunnel Umbrella for Café Mozart, Vienna, AT
Three large funnel-shaped umbrellas are giving shade at the Albertinaplatz in Vienna.
Reference: Café Mozart, Vienna

FABRIC RANGE
Fabric sample request
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SEFAR Architecture TENARA Fabrics
SEFAR Architecture TENARA Fabric enhances the beauty of a space while extending its use. The fabric made of strong ePTFE yarns and the unique, patented double-coated technology provide high light transmission, the flexibility and foldability of fabric and an extremely high durability.
Please find further details at:
www.tenarafabric.comSEFAR Architecture I/E-200-S Fabric
SEFAR Architecture I/E-200-S fabrics are screen, uncoated, 200 cm wide, photometric fabrics, which are permanently UV-resistant and colorfast, weatherproof, dirt- and water repellent, have no absorption of moisture, low weight per square meter, high functional and aesthetic qualities thanks to optimized technical specifications for fabric manufacture and light transmission. Application areas are luminous ceilings and walls, ceiling awnings, lighting design, room dividers, acoustic awnings etc.
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