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Fabric 1

Flexilight 1302
Producer/Manufacturer: Ferrari S.A.
Primary Use: Main Fabric

Engineer Name 1
Angel Matus

Engineer Company 1
Dunn Lightweight LLC

Design Name
Horacio Lopez

Design Company
Dunn Lightweight LLC

Architect Name
Horacio Lopez

Architect Company
Dunn Lightweight LLC

Fabrication Name
Francisco Villasenor

Fabrication Company
Dunn Lightweight LLC

Project Manager Name
Gustavo Marquez

Project Manager Company
Dunn Lightweight LLC

Installation Name
Gustavo Marquez

Installation Company
Dunn Lightweight LLC

Please describe the project specifications

We were commissioned to design a lightweight enclosure for a diving pool used by Olympic-level Mexican athletes and the State Diving School. The goal went beyond providing protection from the elements: the architecture was conceived to embrace the athletes, creating a welcoming and inspiring environment worthy of their preparation and performance.

The structure is defined by four mega-trusses connected to fourl columns, forming an expressive roof and façade system that provides continuous protection from intense sunlight and rain while maintaining the openness of the aquatic complex.

The result is a lightweight structure where engineering and architecture become one gesture. More than a roof, the enclosure creates a strong sense of place and belonging—a protective architectural space designed around the athletes and their pursuit of excellence.

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