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Reconstruction of open market in Gruž

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General information

  • Location address
    Obala Stjepana Radića 21, 20000 Dubrovnik
  • Location country
    Croatia
  • Year of construction
    2023
  • Name of the client/building owner
    Sanitat d.o.o. Dubrovnik
  • Function of building
    Public spaces
  • Degree of enclosure
    Open structure
  • Climatic zone
    Mediterranean - mild winters, dry hot summers
  • Number of layers
    mono-layer
  • Type of application of the membrane
    covering
  • Primary function of the tensile structure
    • Rain protection
    • Sun protection

Description

The vision of the market was created by architects Dinko Peračić and Miranda Veljačić from ARP, the realization of the rotating roof was meticulously planned and implemented by Belina d.o.o. – with the best available fabrics to withstand the Mediterranean climate and the gushes of storm from the sea. We are of course talking about ATLAS by SATTLER PRO-TEX. With its special coating it stays white for longer and withstands harsh climatic conditions.

The special feature is an advanced moveable roof that rotates along a longitudinal axis, allowing for optimal space ventilation and adaption to weather conditions.

A series of large triangular prisms protect from sun, wind and rain. Nine identical three-sided prisms, tightly wrapped in SATTLER PRO-TEX membranes that enable light transmission, were installed within and outside of the contours. In that way, the market space is a unified, compact public building. When the awnings are opened, light and air pass through without obstructing the view of the heritage building. In case of rain, the awnings can be closed by slow, hydraulically driven axles. The space underneath remains well-lit and airy, yet still protected from the weather conditions. The rotatable parts are illuminated from within providing light for the entire market and creating the most magical atmosphere. The roof made of lightweight and durable membranes, CANDY 684 and ATLAS Architecture Type II 739, is designed to provide a pleasant ambience in all seasons, meet the strict requirements and still blend in harmoniously.

Description of the environmental conditions

Material of the cover

  • Cable-net/Fabric/Hybrid/Foil
    Fabric
  • Type (code)
    ATLAS Architecture Type III TFL

Main dimensions and form

  • Covered surface (m2)
    816
  • Total length (m)
    37
  • Total width (m)
    21
  • Form single element
    Flat appearance

Duration of use

  • Convertible or mobile
    Convertible

Involved companies

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