Project Overview: Construction of roof for upper floor restaurant at Ned Kelly Hotel
Project restaurant canopy at the Ned Kelly Hotel is a tensile membrane architectural solution deployed to transform the terrace space into a high-end outdoor dining area. The project is designed to both shield and protect diners from weather elements, while enhancing the aesthetic value and space experience for customers.
- Investor: Ned Kelly Hotel
- Category: Canopy for rooftop restaurant area
- Structure: Sail-shaped modular membrane structural system
- Main materials: PVDF membrane, powder coated steel structure, integrated drainage system
- Location: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Technical Requirements Analysis & Project Context
The investor required to maximize the use of the rooftop space to expand the restaurant's service area, which can operate effectively regardless of weather conditions. The main technical requirements include:
- Optimize space and visibility: The roof structure must have a slim design with few supporting columns so as not to obstruct the space and view of the city from above.
- Microclimate control: The roof must provide effective shade, absolute heat and rain protection, and must ensure air circulation to keep the space airy.
- Safe and absolutely waterproof: The structure must be calculated to withstand wind loads at high altitudes. The roof system must ensure effective waterproofing and drainage, without causing leaks that affect the operations below.
- Aesthetic Synchronization: The design of the canopy must be modern, luxurious, harmonious and contribute to enhancing the overall architectural value of the hotel.
Technical Solutions and Implementation Process
To meet the above requirements, Flexiiform proposed and implemented a comprehensive technical solution, from structural design, material selection to auxiliary technical details.
Sail Module Structure Design
The technical solution chosen is a system of sail-shaped hypar roof modules arranged in a row. This design creates an interesting architectural rhythm while allowing the covering of a long and narrow area to be achieved efficiently. Each module acts as an independent structural unit, making construction and maintenance more flexible and easier.
Technical Material: PVDF stretch film
The covering material is a specialized PVDF stretch film, which is UV resistant, anti-fouling and highly durable. The translucency of the material is selected at an optimal level to diffuse natural light, creating a bright, pleasant space during the day and a beautiful reflective surface at night. This is the ideal material for projects Tensile membrane architecture commerce.
Integrated Drainage System
One of the key technical challenges is the treatment of rainwater on the roof. The solution is to integrate an intelligent drainage system. Rainwater from the membrane surface will be directed to collection points at the columns or low anchor points. From there, the water is directed into a system of gutters and water collection columns hidden in the structure, ensuring that the water is completely drained without affecting the usable space below and the aesthetics of the building.
Results and Performance Evaluation
Project restaurant canopy After completion, it brought clear operational and commercial values to the Ned Kelly Hotel:
- About function: Doubles the restaurant's service area, allowing the terrace area to operate effectively in all weather conditions, including harsh sunlight and heavy rain.
- About customer experience: Create a unique, luxurious and comfortable outdoor dining space, becoming an attractive and different destination, attracting customers.
- On business performance: The expansion of space has significantly increased the restaurant's revenue, while improving the hotel's competitiveness.
- About brand value: The beautifully designed canopy has become an identifying feature, contributing to enhancing the image and class of the Ned Kelly brand.
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Flexiiform specializes in providing architectural design and construction solutions for tensile membranes for commercial, hotel and restaurant projects. To receive detailed technical advice and optimal solutions for your project, please contact our engineering team directly.
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