Client:
JKR Sarawak
Location:
Kota Samarahan, Sarawak, Malaysia
Completion date:
2000
Fabric:
Solus 1300
Design:
SOM Architects Sdn Bhd, Malaysia
Fabric Engineering:
Sediabena Sdn Bhd
Fabrication
Sediabena Sdn Bhd
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Solus® fabric was selected to create a striking, clear span, tensioned membrane roof for the District Mosque in Sarawak, Malaysia.
Kota Samarahan a city located in the province of Sarawak in the northern part of Borneo Island, known for its harsh environment.
During the day, the 7,000 sqm of Solus® Fabric allow soft diffused lighting to be transmitted into the building interior.
The District Mosque in Kota Samarahan, Sarawak is the first mosque in the world with a roof entirely made of PTFE coated glass fabric.
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