2005

Doncaster College

Client

Doncaster College

Location

Doncaster

Contractor

HBG Construction

Fabric

PVC

Product

Services

Architectural Fabric Canopy Structure

Our client required a tensile fabric roof structure to their new creche being built as part of The Hub development at Doncaster college. 

Our Solution

We designed, manufactured and installed the fabric canopy roof structure, which included the fabric membrane, steelwork and associated fittings

Results

The tensile structure not only acts as a roof but is also an impressive feature adding style to the development.

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2005

Dolphin Square

Client

Doncaster College

Location

Weston Super Mare

Contractor

HBG Construction

Fabric

PVC

Product

Services

Covered Seating Area Fabric Canopy

Our brief was to provide a replacement architectural fabric canopy with a new and improved design to their established market courtyard. 

Our Solution

We adapted the Chiltern design from our pre-designed canopy range and provided the fabrication and installation of the twin coned fabric canopy, supporting steelwork and fittings.

Results

The canopies are in place to allow the market to provide a sheltered outdoor eating area for Dolphin Square’s shoppers and diners. It also acts as a meeting and focal point for the square.

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2005

Digital Technium

Client

Doncaster College

Location

Wales

Contractor

HBG Construction

Fabric

PVC

Product

Services

Architectural Fabric Terrace Canopy

The new Digital Technium building at Swansea University required a terrace canopy to the 5th floor Science and Technology department which needed to be both functional and aesthetic. 

Our Solution

We designed, manufactured and installed the inverted barrel vault structure, including the fabric, branch-frame steelwork and associated fittings. This project was great to work on as it is a perfect example of a classic tensile structure. It went in well and on time for the buildings opening.

Results

The fabric structure provides a sheltered terrace area and is a dynamic addition to the futuristic impact of the building.

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2005

Dalton Park

Client

Doncaster College

Location

Sunderland

Contractor

HBG Construction

Fabric

PVC

Product

Services

Architectural Multi-Cone Canopy Structure

Working directly for the client, Base Structures were asked to replace the existing multi-cone tensile structure which was damaged during a severe local weather event.  

Our Solution

Our design department replicated the original architectural design for the tensile fabric and changed some of the detailing to ensure it would no longer be liable to damage.Our installation team spent two weeks on site, de-rigging the old and then reinstalling the new canopy. During this period we successfully managed the interface with the public so that as little inconvenience as possible was encountered by public and shop keepers alike. 

Results

A visually stunning and practical, weather tight canopy structure that adds to the sophistication that is Dalton Park.

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2005

Crown Square

Client

Doncaster College

Location

Manchester

Contractor

HBG Construction

Fabric

PVC

Product

Services

Architectural Tensile Fabric Canopy

Located in Crown Square, Manchester, this 196m2 single inclined conic fabric canopy structure was to feature as the latest part of the Spinningfields development – an area that is fast becoming known as the ‘Canary Warf of the North’. By providing both a focal point and shelter for outdoor events, the tensile fabric canopy needed to lend an entirely new identity to an area surrounded by tall, modern buildings.

Results

Highlighting the benefits of using tensile fabric structures for exterior performance areas, this bespoke fabric canopy structure demonstrates the versatility, practicality and aesthetic possibilities of tensile fabric for extending the use of public spaces. Designed to fit onto existing foundations located at different levels, the undulating fabric perimeter and inclined steelwork present a lively aesthetic in keeping with the vitality of the wider location. 

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2005

Creative Common

Client

Doncaster College

Location

Bristol

Contractor

HBG Construction

Fabric

PVC

Product

Services

Container Bar Fabric Canopy and Traditional Yurt Structures

Running for a number of weeks during the month of June, Creative Common was a creative initiative in the heart of the city of Bristol showcasing a spectacular array of music, performers and artists, coupled with bars and eateries. Base is proud to have played its part in supplying a PVC canopy to WH Bence, working on behalf of Inside Out Events, for The Goods Yard container bar as well as three yurt structures for Tipi Events.

Our Solution

The Goods Yard bar was creatively imagined with two industrial containers serving an open-air decking area. We manufactured a PVC fabric canopy to envelope and extend from the containers to create a sheltered alfresco drinking area, allowing customers to enjoy the facilities whatever the weather. Base also manufactured the fabric roofs and sidewalls for three traditional yurts in the Creative Common area.

Results

The cultural installation opened with the critically acclaimed BIANCO circus. Esther O’Callaghan OBE, Acting Creative Producer for Creative Common commented “Creative Common 2013 will showcase the best of Bristol and welcome artists and audiences both local and international to the Temple Quarter Enterprise Zone in a clear demonstration of how creativity can bring these public spaces to life”.

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2005

City of Bristol College

Client

Doncaster College

Location

Bristol

Contractor

HBG Construction

Fabric

PVC

Product

Services

Tensile Fabric Entrance Canopy

Our brief was to install a tensile fabric entrance canopy to the Ashley Down college building as part of the re-development at the site. The tensile structure needed to provide not only a dramatic and welcoming entrance but it also needed to be a functional sheltered area for students to congregate or as a meeting point. 

Our Solution

We designed, manufactured and installed the entrance canopy, including fabric, supporting steel structure and associated fittings. 

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2005

Children’s Hospital

Client

Doncaster College

Location

Wales

Contractor

HBG Construction

Fabric

PVC

Product

Services

Sun Shade Shelter Canopies

Our brief was to build a sun shade shelter and feature for the recreational terrace at the Cardiff children’s hospital. The tensile fabric structure needed to provide a sheltered area for outdoor eating and patient relaxation. 

Our Solution

We designed, manufactured and installed the series of PVC sails including the supporting steel structures and rigging cables. A large part of the installation of this project was by rope access at high level. Thorough planning and pre site preparation ensured a smooth and successful installation

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2005

Chester Zoo Island Attraction

Client

Doncaster College

Location

Chester

Contractor

HBG Construction

Fabric

PVC

Product

Services

Project Outline

Base Structures were originally approached by the Zoo to offer their expertise to design an enclosure and aviary solution for a number of new home’s for Sumatran orangutans, Sulawesi macaques, Rhinoceros hornbill’s and Bali starlings, on the new £40m development, Island Projects, at Chester Zoo.

Our Solution

The main focus as always with any type of zoo enclosure is on the animal welfare, therefore very careful consideration was given on the selection and approach for the mesh netting, to ensure these critically endangered and beautiful species were provided with a safe and secure environment.

Utilising our network of specialist suppliers, we were able to select the appropriate stainless steel mesh product, and design an interface solution with other substrates on the enclosure, in a way that the orangutan in particular could not unpick or find a weakness.

The macaque enclosure, and hornbill and Bali starlings aviaries although less challenging, specific detail still had to be considered with regard to minimal visual impact, and a protective and secure environment for the apes and birds.

Results

All of the enclosures and aviaries were delivered on time and to programme, through some challenging weather conditions, and the end client was extremely satisfied with the end result, that is the animals of course!

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2005

Chelsea & Westminster Hospital

Client

Doncaster College

Location

London

Contractor

HBG Construction

Fabric

PVC

Product

Services

Tensioned Frames Incorporating Fabric Sails and Lighting

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital in Fulham Road, London, wanted to transform a new patient seating area into a comforting space which has a private and cocooned feel. To do this, Base needed to complete a suspended lighting rig that could also carry privacy screening into the seating area within the heart of the hospital. 

Our Solution

Base were employed to design, manufacture and install the fabric sails and lighting. We could not suspend anything directly from above the seating area and so we had to use tension cables which were rigged horizontally to fix  tubular steel frames within a spider’s web of tensioned steel cables. These steel frames allowed us to form a geometric grid within the space, into which we could suspend a series of Hypar feature sails. The spaces between the sails were then used to incorporate the lighting assemblies. 

Results

The fabric sails create a contemporary yet comforting feel in the seating area and brighten up the heart of the hospital. 

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