Fabric Industrial Buildings: Durable Solutions
Fabric Structure Durability “The fabric is a lot tougher than people realize,” said Ben Fox, former president of Legacy Building Solutions. “From 12-ounce all the way up to 32-ounce and from...
Building Design
Are Tension Fabric Structures Permanent or Temporary?
People often assume that any structure with a fabric exterior is automatically short-lived and temporary. In reality, most of our buildings are engineered as long-term solutions, and the typical...
Long Span Structures: Critical Factors for a Successful Project
Professional Design, Engineering, and Installation
How Fabric Buildings Perform in Extreme Weather
When planning a building in harsh environments, one of the most common questions is:Can a fabric structure really stand up to extreme weather?
Effective Construction Skilled Labor Shortage Solutions Today
The construction skilled labor shortage is one of the most pressing challenges facing contractors and developers today. Across the United States, companies are struggling to find qualified workers,...
Discover Ways to Reduce Building Operating Costs
Why Environmental Performance Matters in Building Design Energy efficiency is crucial in construction for long-term operational success. For facilities like industrial, municipal, and athletic...
Achieving Aesthetics Without Compromise
In modern building design, architects and facility owners often face a trade-off: prioritize aesthetics or performance. Traditional construction methods limit material choices, restrict design...
Long-Lasting Corrosion-Resistant Bulk Storage Buildings
Bulk commodity storage demands durability, efficiency, and long-term performance. Facilities storing fertilizer, salt, aggregates, and other corrosive materials face constant exposure to harsh...
Why Clubs Are Choosing PVC-Clad Solutions for Indoor Tennis Facilities
If you’re planning an indoor tennis facility, performance matters just as much as protection from the weather. Today’s racquet sports facilities must deliver year-round playability, meet governing...
Limited Space, Limitless Design: Commercial Buildings with Constraints
Architects use imagination, artistic skills, and engineering expertise to design structures with form and function. But commercial building design rarely starts with a blank canvas. Instead, clients...
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Limited Budget, Limitless Imagination: Designing a Commercial Building with Monetary Restrictions
If you had an unlimited budget, you could build whatever you want–the commercial building design of your dreams. In most cases, though, the project budget dictates what you can or can’t create.
Need a new Building? 7 Steps to a Good Decision
There’s an old saying: “Good judgment comes from experience, which comes from bad judgment.” When planning and designing a building, however, architects don’t have the luxury of learning from...
Advantages of a Rigid Frame Building
You need a new building. But for what purpose? Whether your vision is a bulk storage facility, a sports center, aviation support, a wastewater treatment plant, or something entirely different, a...
Passive Ventilation for Tension Fabric Buildings
Just like people, buildings need fresh air. Proper ventilation boosts building performance and supports maximum longevity. It improves indoor air quality in terms of comfort and safety, whether...
Advantages of a Clear-Span Tension Fabric Building for Desalination
Desalination plants are complex, high-volume operations involving pumping stations, electrical equipment, and, sometimes, miles of pipes that house the filtration systems. They are expensive to...