Project: Baghdad Olympic Stadium Competition
Date: 2010
Project size: 100,000 spectators
Client: Ministry of Youth and Sport
Services Provided: Architecture
AMBS were invited to compete on the design of a stadium and athletic city in Baghdad with a seated capacity of 100,000 spectators. We competed against a number of international teams and were shortlisted for Stage 2, receiving a commendation for the design. The building is wrapped in canvas with a defining edge of arabesque screens. The design allows the surrounding podium areas to be transformed into a public realm area. It utilises a dual access strategy, enhanced by its dynamic directional structure. The entrances at ground level and the main entrance at concourse level access the heart of the spectator seating bowl, while other strategic entrances are designated to VIPs, competitors, officials, media and back-of-house areas. Entry to the stadium is reached by dedicated routes through the Sports City complex, that allow for a dramatic, processional experience when approaching the stadium.
Project: Baghdad Olympic Stadium Competition
Date: 2010
Project size: 100,000 spectators
Client: Ministry of Youth and Sport
Services Provided: Architecture
AMBS were invited to compete on the design of a stadium and athletic city in Baghdad with a seated capacity of 100,000 spectators. We competed against a number of international teams and were shortlisted for Stage 2, receiving a commendation for the design. The building is wrapped in canvas with a defining edge of arabesque screens. The design allows the surrounding podium areas to be transformed into a public realm area. It utilises a dual access strategy, enhanced by its dynamic directional structure. The entrances at ground level and the main entrance at concourse level access the heart of the spectator seating bowl, while other strategic entrances are designated to VIPs, competitors, officials, media and back-of-house areas. Entry to the stadium is reached by dedicated routes through the Sports City complex, that allow for a dramatic, processional experience when approaching the stadium.