tensile architecture research

Tensile architecture research focuses on designing structures that use tension rather than compression to hold their shape, often employing flexible materials like fabrics or cables. This approach allows for lightweight, strong, and innovative forms such as domes, canopies, and bridges. Researchers explore materials, structural systems, and construction techniques to improve durability, efficiency, and aesthetic appeal. By understanding how these materials behave under stress, they develop new architectural solutions that are sustainable and adaptable, enabling creative designs that are both functional and visually striking.