ASB Tennis Arena

BUILD

The ASB Tennis Arena is New Zealand’s pre-eminent tennis venue and regularly hosts major international tournaments, such as the Heineken Open for men and the ASB Classic for women. The arena recently underwent a major re-development that added a world-class gym, rooftop swimming pool, several new practice courts and seating improvements. In addition, the look of the Tennis Area from the street was significantly improved. To achieve this, a facade that incorporates electronic signage was added. Structurflex/Fabric Structures was tasked with the design and build of the facade and worked closely with the electronic signage supplier to ensure the support structure met their requirements.

With a view to the best outcome, and no hitches along the way, the Structurflex/Fabric Structures design team developed a totally independent sub-structure for the electronic signage, to insure it wouldn’t interfere with the membrane system. The Serge Ferrari FT381 fabric composite mesh selected for the facade is one of a new range of “expressive materials” for architects and builders. It offers exceptional transparency from the inside to the outside. The completed facade has earned many favourable reviews.