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The future of saunas?
September 1st, 2026
This striking sauna structure incorporates ETFE film cushions for insulation, enabling a light-filled, ethereal atmosphere that departs from conventional sauna design. Photos: Taiyo Kogyo Corp. At the Osaka, Japan, 2025 World Expo, visitors were treated to an interactive sauna that was part of a number of experiential attractions designed to engage and inspire visitors to […]
Craftsmanship and creativity
September 1st, 2026
Although any project can come with head-scratching moments, some test a fabricator’s moxie more than others. While a difficult job can have no small number of challenges, more complex requests often result in outcomes that can inspire a shop to elevate its artistry. The following five projects — all recipients of 2025 Advanced Textiles Association […]
Fabric architecture projects: immersive environments
September 1st, 2026
A goal among design firms in recent years has been to create immersive environments. In fact, that trend surfaced on the 2026 trends predictions list released by architecture and design firm Gensler. Immersive environments (IEs) envelop occupants and give viewers an engaging, multisensory experience and often an emotional connection. They promote fluid movement through those structures […]
Advanced Textiles Expo 2026: Exhibitor Product Preview
September 1st, 2026
Here you’ll find a first look at the new products and value-added services waiting for you on the show floor at Advanced Textiles Expo 2026 in Orlando, Fla., Nov. 3–5. Celebrate textile innovation at Advanced Textiles Expo, where hundreds of exhibitors will showcase their latest products throughout the entire supply chain, from fibers and fabrics […]
Canadian companies aim to grow domestic and European markets
September 1st, 2026
Ennis Fabrics’ Guardian Collection sold well last year despite inflation. Guardian 2 introduced seven decorative patterns and a versatile color palette. The line is sold across residential, healthcare, hospitality and marine markets. Image: Ennis Fabrics One year after tariff changeability reshaped North American trade, Canadian textile and findings manufacturers are still navigating U.S. steel and […]
Textile Innovation Engine of North Carolina receives $16 million in renewed funding
September 1st, 2026
The Textile Innovation Engine of North Carolina has received $16 million in renewed funding from the National Science Foundation (NSF). The Textile Innovation Engine is a research initiative of The Industrial Commons and supports more than a dozen projects led by North Carolina State University (NC State) researchers. The funding could be extended to up […]
Sponsorship opportunities for FSA white paper on sustainability
August 18th, 2026
Fabric Structures Association, a member group of Advanced Textiles Association (ATA), announced it is developing a white paper focused on sustainability, with sponsorship opportunities available. The paper — "Building a Sustainable Future: The Environmental, Economic, and Human Case for Fabric Structures" — will explore how fabric structures can support sustainability initiatives by reducing environmental impact, minimizing […]
2026 International Achievement Award submissions due Aug. 28
August 13th, 2026
Submissions for the 2026 International Achievement Awards (IAA) are due Aug. 28. Project submissions are $25 per entry, and winners are recognized online, in print and at Advanced Textiles Expo®, Nov. 3–5, 2026 in Orlando, Fla. For more than 75 years, the IAAs recognize outstanding and innovative projects representing the latest accomplishments in design and […]
Windy station
August 1st, 2026
The design of this train station on the Chaka Salt Lake aims to mimic the strong winds of the region. Photos: Shenzhen CNSENMO Fabric Structure Co., Ltd. With a bright-red undulating canopy, the Chaka Wind Station boldly plants itself squarely in the middle of the Chaka Salt Lake in the Qinghai province of China. This […]
Made in America: Strategies for U.S. success in a global industry
August 1st, 2026
High-performance fabrics produced by Monterey Mills’ sliver knitting operations in Janesville, Wis., are used for diverse applications, including paint roller sleeves, hospital pads, blankets, bedding and industrial products. Image: Monterey Mills "Made in America” can mean different things, depending on context. It could refer to consumer products created with U.S. labor from raw materials sourced […]