The Architectural Membrane Association (AMA) is an independent, non-profit organization dedicated to promoting tensile architecture worldwide. AMA represents industrial companies, professionals, and stakeholders actively engaged in tensile architectural membrane design, engineering, manufacturing, and installation. Through advocacy, knowledge sharing, and international collaboration, AMA supports innovation, best practices, and the global development of tensile membrane structures.

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Modern building with wooden and metallic exterior, large glass windows, and two white fabric roof tents in front, situated around a green field and track.
Indoor tennis court with a clay surface, enclosed by a high glass fence, and covered by a curved roof.
An outdoor sports facility with a large white covered pavilion and a clay tennis court, surrounded by residential buildings and greenery.
A large, modern greenhouse with a curved roof and glass walls, surrounded by a grassy area and a sidewalk.
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A modern, illuminated pavilion with a curved, shell-like roof structure at dusk, featuring a digital sign that reads 'Pacific Showcase' and people gathered outside.
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Meet the Global Leaders in Tensile Architecture:

AMA's Distinguished Member Companies

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  • The logo of Carpatac on a blue background, featuring white angular geometric shapes and the word 'Carpatac' in white, with a registered trademark symbol.
  • Mehler Heytex logo with a text reading 'A brand of Freudenberg' and a blue stylized wave.
  • LONATEC logo with a stylized red and white swoosh above the company name in bold red letters on a black background.
  • The word PLEEFER in all capital letters, dark blue on a black background.
  • Logo of CForce Group with a stylized yellow and black 'F' and the text 'CForce Group' underneath.
  • Logo with large stylized letters 'ECO' in shades of blue and green, with the words 'CUBIERTAS LIGERAS & ARQUITECTURA' underneath.
  • Kamchis shading systems logo with a stylized yellow and black design
  • Logo of Atel Engineering with a red wireframe tower graphic and the company name in red and black text.
  • Neon sign reading 'Welcome' in blue capital letters, with red background accents.
  • A graphic illustrating ETEX, a textile structures company, with a stylized folded paper corner revealing digital patterns and the text 'ETEX' and 'estructuras Textiles'.
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Upcoming events

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    TensiNet & Essener Membranbau Symposium 2026


    Shaping the pathway to future tensioned membrane design

    30 September – 2 October 2026
    Essen, Germany

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AMA AWArd

AMA AWArd

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AMA recognises the importance of our living environment and the urgent need for sustainable practices in light of climate change and growing environmental challenges. Committed to a greener future, AMA supports more sustainable and environmentally conscious construction.

The AMA AWArd celebrates excellence in sustainability and the responsible use of natural resources, recognising outstanding achievements in Ideas & design or projects & products within the field of lightweight and membrane structures.

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Highlights

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Innovative Membrane Roof Structures for Paddle Courts

Bringing together cutting-edge design and premium materials, AMA member companies are proud to showcase a series of paddle court roofing projects across Spain—delivering both functionality and architectural elegance.

These membrane-covered roof structures range in size from compact layouts to expansive 800 m² installations, meeting a wide variety of client needs. With a minimum height of 6 meters and a soaring central height of 11 meters, they provide the perfect balance of space, airflow, and visual appeal.

At the heart of this innovation is Valmex Mehatop Type II PVC membrane (900 g/m²), supplied by MehlerHeytex, ensuring superior durability, UV resistance, and long-term performance.

This initiative is a testament to the collaborative strength of AMA:

  • CARPATEC leads the project with expertise in design, structural engineering, manufacturing, and installation.

  • MehlerHeytex provides top-tier membrane technology, trusted across Europe.

Together, they are redefining standards in sports infrastructure—proving what’s possible when world-class design meets smart collaboration.

A large outdoor sports facility with a tennis court surrounded by a netted fence and a covered pavilion with a white fabric roof, situated in a residential area with apartment buildings nearby.
A greenhouse with a rounded, translucent roof and blue support beams, situated on a grassy area with trees and a road in the background.
Indoor tennis court with a clay surface and a net, surrounded by glass and metal fencing, with a curved roof overhead.

AMA’s participation at Textile Roofs 2025

Thank You – Textile Roofs 2025

We are truly honored to have been an official partner of the Textile Roofs 2025 workshop held at the Aedes Architecture Forum in Berlin from May 25–27.

This 27th edition brought together a remarkable community of architects, engineers, designers, and researchers passionate about membrane structures and innovative lightweight architecture.

A special thank you to:
Prof. Rosemarie Wagner (KIT) – Scientific Director
Dr.-Ing. Bernd Stary (academus GmbH) – Event Host
All the speakers, participants, and co-organizers who made this event a true success.

Looking forward to 2026!

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