The main goal of this project was to revitalize an existing training space to optimize its use, creating a functional and aesthetically pleasing environment that meets the modern demands of users seeking increasingly personalized training spaces.
Project name
Level Private Gym
Architecture firm
stu.dere
Location
Penafiel, Portugal
Photography
Ivo Tavares Studio
Principal architect
Ulisses Costa
Typology
Sports Architecture › Gymnasium
Combining landscape architecture with sports facilities strengthens community bonds and environmental sustainability, fostering healthier, more connected urban spaces.
Written by
Liliana Alvarez
Stadium architecture is more than just an aesthetic component of sports; it also plays a fundamental role in shaping the atmosphere, which can impact team performance and fan engagement.
Written by
Liliana Alvarez
Imagine a stadium that masterfully combines modern engineering with traditional Persian aesthetics. This architectural marvel in Doha features a layered roof design, seamlessly integrating concrete, wood, and glass.
Project name
Chubineh Stadium
Architecture firm
Green Clay Architecture
Tools used
Midjourney AI, Adobe Photoshop
Principal architect
Khatereh Bakhtyari
Design team
Green Clay Architecture
Visualization
Khatereh Bakhtyari
Typology
Sports Architecture › Stadium
Architecture plays a crucial role in sports performance, influencing everything from the comfort of athletes to the dynamics of the game itself. This article explores how the design and structure of sports facilities impact athletic performance, highlighting key examples and the integration of modern amenities to enhance the overall experience.
Modern sporting arenas are architectural phenomena that rise to dominate the city skyline. The demand for top level sport is so great that many of the top teams around the world, have been forced to relocate, and construct a purpose-built stadium to attract more fans.
Written by
Jamie Gilchrist
Located in the northern part of the CBD's Central Park, the Cloud 9 Sports Center designed by Ma Yansong/MAD Architects, spans approximately 6,000 square meters, featuring an athletic complex with facilities including a gym, indoor and outdoor tennis courts, and commercial spaces.
Project name
Cloud 9 Sports Center
Architecture firm
MAD Architectural Affairs Institute
Location
Shijiazhuang, China
Principal architect
Ma Yansong, Dang Qun, Yosuke Hayano
Design team
Guo Xuan, Pan Siyi, Miao Fangyi, Lai Hanzhang, Deng Wei, Qiao Xuantong, Faye Wong, Wang Lei, Li Cunhao
Built area
Area: About 6,000 m²; Construction Area: 5,217 m²; Above-Ground Construction Area: 2,299 m²; Underground Construction Area: 2,918 m²
Collaborators
Associate Partner: Li Jian. Grade A Design Institute: Northern Engineering Design Institute Co., Ltd. Interior Design: MAD Architectural Office, Hong Kong Yihui Commercial Design Co., Ltd. Landscape Consultant: SWA Group. Curtain Wall Consultant: Yinghaite Engineering Consulting (Beijing) Co., Ltd. Lighting Consultant: Beijing Ningzhijing Lighting Design Co., Ltd.
Client
Shijiazhuang Central Business District Development Co., Ltd.
Status
Under Construction
The world's most iconic stadiums stand as monuments to human creativity, passion, and ingenuity. They remind us that architecture is not just about structures but about creating environments that inspire and elevate the human spirit. As we continue to push the boundaries of what's possible, these stadiums will remain beacons of achievement and symb...
Written by
Кирил Завгородній
