Fabric structures are now used in a wide range of different applications where the common attributes are shade, shelter, light transmission and distinctive dynamic architecture.

Structures like the facade of the Burj Al Arab Hotel in Dubai, the Millennium Dome in London and the Watercube Pavilion in Beijing are prominent examples of the use of tension membranes.

Signature structures exist in every state and territory of Australia, on buildings whose use varies from concert sound shells to sports arenas, railway interchanges to aquatic centres and cafes to grand pavilions.

Dramatic curvature with minimal support is the key feature of tension membranes.