Whether made from natural or synthetic fibers, textiles have played a part in architectural design since time immemorial; however, it wasn t until the era of industrialization and advancements in technology that high-quality textiles could be made and utilized en masse. Most often, they have been used to enclose temporary structures like medical tents and emergency housing thanks to their mobility and ease of assembly.
The use of cloth in architecture offers an array of advantages, especially when considering its ability to absorb sound, filter light, provide privacy, and mitigate temperatures.
In spite of these properties, however, the use of cloth in architecture has been limited almost exclusively to use for temporary structures such as tents and emergency shelters. Luckily, more architects are taking advantage of cloth s unique and practical properties and showcasing them in their work.
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