ETFE Characteristics in Architecture: The Case of Large-Scale Construction Project

Architecture is rapidly developing with new technologies, materials, and a desire to create more efficient and sustainable cities. It is becoming increasingly important in improving people's lives and cities by providing sustainable, more comfortable, and more aesthetically pleasing living and working environments. Architecture and construction materials have been developing rapidly in recent years, dramatically improving the quality of life and the look of cities. From energy-efficient building materials to smart management systems. ETFE is a fluorine-based plastic polymer that has become increasingly popular in the construction of modern buildings because of its lightweight and durable properties. This paper examines the characteristics of ETFE (ethylene tetrafluoroethylene) material in architecture and its application benefits in construction projects taking the Al-Abdali shopping center an example, which is located in the capital city of Amman, Jordan, where sustainable materials have remarkably grown in the past few 20 years. The study employed a direct observation method to assess the importance of ETFE sustainable material in the shopping center in Amman. Data from previous research and studies that are mainly related to construction materials were also included to build the base of this study. The study's results provide both an overview of ETFE material characteristics in architecture and an insight into its application in the chosen case in Amman. This paper contributes to understanding ETFE material characteristics, its application in architecture, and its potential for future use in similar projects.