The Chongqing region in China is famed for its varied typography, rolling landscape and rich history. Our brief was to create a dynamic sporting complex here, one that’s modern and functional but respects the area’s local traditions and natural environment.
Our proposal integrates with the landscape, incorporating sunken playing fields that register as bursts of colour and life in the undulating hills. A series of levelled walkways connect the facilities, and give spectators views of sunken pools and landscaped gardens. The main stadium is open-aired; others are topped with steel and ETFE roof structures that flood them with natural light and connect inside with out.
The scheme features a considerable amount of imagery alluding to regional traditions. A lattice ring, for example, encircles the main stadium, referencing the ancient practice of basket weaving. And a flowing, ribbon-like canopy nods to red ribbon dancing. It also unifies the venues, provides shading and guides visitors through the complex.
Our state-of-the-art design– shortlisted in an international competition – integrates beautifully with the surrounding scenery and, through delicate visual metaphor, local history. It’s a seamless union of the man-made and the natural, in one dynamic design.
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Inspired by the Chongqing region’s famous topography, our design cleverly integrates the sporting facilities with the undulating landscape, minimising disruption to the natural environment.
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By subtly integrating elements inspired by the area’s history and culture, we’ve ensured our design is truly grounded in its location.
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Masterplan of the site.