Tensioned Membrane Association

Tensioned Membrane Association (TMA) is a structural technique where lightweight, flexible materials—called membranes—are stretched tightly across frameworks to create stable, durable surfaces. This method is used in architecture and engineering to design roofs, roofs, tents, and facades that are both visually striking and resistant to forces like wind and rain. By tensioning the membrane, the surface maintains its shape and strength without extensive supporting structures, allowing for open, unobstructed spaces underneath. TMA combines material science and structural engineering to produce efficient, expressive, and resilient lightweight surfaces.