Project overview: Construction of funnel roof at Food Court Becamex, Binh Duong
Project The roof covers the top of the funnel at Food Court Becamex, Binh Duong is a large-scale tensile membrane architectural project, designed in the form of modules consisting of 4 independent inverted umbrella units. The project is deployed to create a multi-purpose space for events and culinary areas, with an iconic design, simulating the image of blooming flowers.
- Investor: Becamex IDC Corporation
- Category: Architectural Canopy for Food Courts and Events
- Structure: Combination of 4 inverted umbrellas tensile membrane modules
- Coverage area: ~500 m²
- Main materials: PVDF stretch film, Clear PVC film, steel structure, stainless steel water collection funnel
- Location: Binh Duong Province, Vietnam
Technical Requirements Analysis & Project Context
The project was implemented with the aim of creating a multifunctional public space, both a food court and an event venue, requiring a building with a focal point architecture and flexible structure. The main technical requirements include:
- Creating iconic architecture: The design must be highly aesthetic, simulating the image of "4 flowers" to create a recognizable and attractive project.
- Flexible Module Structure: The structure must be designed as independent modules, connected by bolts for ease of transportation, installation and the ability to be dismantled and relocated in the future.
- Large span and Space Optimization: A large area (~500 m²) needs to be covered with a minimum number of supporting columns (only 4 columns) to create an open, unobstructed space.
- Integrated drainage system: Effective drainage solutions must be provided at the structure level to avoid free flow of water from a large roof surface.
- Natural light: It is necessary to incorporate transparent materials to provide natural light to the planned garden area below.
Technical Solutions and Implementation Process
To meet these complex requirements, Flexiiform implemented a comprehensive engineering solution, focusing on modular construction and integrated technical details.
Inverted Umbrella Module Structure Bolted Connection
The technical solution is a complex of four independent inverted umbrella structures. All steel components are designed to be bolted together instead of welded on site. This design offers many advantages: it allows for precise manufacturing at the factory, allows for trial assembly for testing, significantly reduces construction time on site, and creates the possibility of dismantling and relocating the structure in the future if necessary.
Stainless Steel Drainage and Funnel System
Each inverted umbrella module is integrated with a central drainage system. Rainwater on the surface of the stretch film is directed to a stainless steel funnel located at the top of the column. This funnel is compactly designed, simulating a flower calyx, ensuring both functionality and aesthetics. Water is then directed through a hidden pipe system inside the column body and drained out, ensuring the space below is always dry.
Bonding of Tensile Membrane and Natural Light Transmission
The space between the 4 inverted umbrella modules is connected by additional leaf-shaped tensile membrane panels. These panels use transparent Clear PVC material, allowing natural light to shine down to the central area, meeting the design requirements for a garden below. The combination of opaque PVDF membrane and transparent Clear PVC creates diverse and interesting lighting effects. This is a flexible application of architectural stretch canvas.
Results and Performance Evaluation
Project The roof covers the top of the funnel At Food Court, Becamex has brought about a multi-functional and effective architectural work, fully meeting the investor's goals:
- In terms of architecture: Create an iconic structure, with a unique “4 flowers” design, becoming a highlight for the entire area.
- About function: Providing a 500 m² covered space with only 4 supporting columns, optimizing the usable area for culinary activities and events.
- About construction efficiency: The bolted module design makes installation quick, accurate and minimizes risks at the construction site.
- About flexibility: The project can be dismantled and relocated, bringing flexible and long-term use value to the investor.
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Flexiiform specializes in providing modular, highly customizable tensile membrane architectural design and construction solutions. For detailed technical advice on your project, please contact our engineering team directly.
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