Fabric Structures in Architecture covers the varying ways textiles and their properties are used in building construction‎,‎ with particular focus given to tensile structures‎.‎ The text begins with the fundamental principles of textiles‎,‎ including the origins of fabric architecture‎,‎ then progressing to a discussion of the modern textiles of today‎.‎ It covers relevant textile materials and their properties‎,‎ including coatings and membranes‎.‎ In addition‎,‎ a range of design considerations are discussed‎,‎ with detailed information on installation and failure modes‎.‎ A series of case studies from around the world accompany the discussion‎,‎ illustrating the applications of textiles in architecture‎.‎

• Author‎:‎ J‎.‎ Llorens
• Publisher‎:‎ Woodhead Publishing
• ISBN‎:‎ 9781782422334