Membrane curtain wall of the Amphitheater near Grojec – Żywiec
In 2015, a design for the construction of a membrane curtain wall for the Grojec Amphitheater in Żywiec was completed.
Year: 2015
Location: Żywiec, Poland
Area: 237m2
Material: PVC membrane with PES fibers
Construction: Abastran sp. z o. o.
General contractor: MOSTMARPAL Sp. z o. o.
Scope: construction design, detailed design
In 2015, a design for the construction of a membrane curtain wall for the Grojec Amphitheater in Żywiec was completed. This project complemented the amphitheater roof and was intended to provide additional protection against weather conditions and improve the acoustics inside the amphitheater.
The curtain wall with an area of 237 m² is made of PVC membrane with PES fibers, which ensures high UV resistance and durability of the material. The steel structure of the wall is made of closed round profiles, which guarantees its stability and durability. The membrane is tensioned on the structure and constitutes a load-bearing element, and is tensioned using gusset plates and tensioning screws, which allows it to be kept in the appropriate tension and shape.
A PVC membrane with PES fibers was used, which is resistant to weather conditions and UV.
The main function of the curtain wall is to protect against wind, rain and other external factors, as well as to improve the acoustics inside the amphitheater.
The curtain wall is characterized by a stable steel structure made of closed round profiles and a membrane tensioned with gusset plates and tensioning bolts.
The curtain wall has an area of 237 m².
The PVC membrane requires minimal maintenance, mainly consisting of periodic cleaning to maintain its aesthetic appearance and functionality.
The challenge was to design a wall that would effectively complement the existing roof and integrate with the natural and architectural surroundings of the amphitheater.