Strong by nature
Strong by nature
Strong by nature
Strong by nature
Strong by nature
Strong by nature
The Wilgenborg, literally Willowborg, can be found in the natural surroundings of Blauwestad in Groningen. An open air theater designed by Merijn Vrij. The hybrid structure is made from living willows, supported by a steel structure. Through time the willows will turn the structure into a living and green construction. Tentech supported Merijn Vrij with realizing this green concept and took care of the static analysis en workshop drawings.
The covering of a courtyard, canopies or stadiums… Tentech is part of the building team when textile and complex geometric shapes are used in new or existing architecture. Often we are responsible for a specific part of the design. In dialogue with the architect, contractor and client, we achieve an optimal contribution.
Our designs are characterized by sculptural quality and clean detailing, along with requirements of the location and usage of the structure. Combined they result into strong architectural concepts, in which aesthetics goes hand in hand with safe usage.
Our work doesn’t end with the realization of the technical design. We focus on all aspects of the design and production process that have an impact on textile architecture. Therefore, we are involved with all phases of the design process: from project definition, composition and preliminary design to the technical design, quotation, workshop drawings and maintenance. Supervising production, translating design into tailor made cutting patterns and connections, and assistance in the search and selection of the right market participants, are also part of our services. In our view, this is part of ‘modern craftsmanship’.
