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we hope you'll share this interest and if you know even more about it, please share! our goal in the discussion threads is to have good conversation and we prefer constructive opinions. Generally speaking, if we publish something, it's because we're genuinely interested in the subject. Location: olympic park client: the olympic delivery authority architect: populous capacity: 80,000 olympic, 25,000 legacy events: athletics, opening and closing ceremonies Vertical circulation within the outer ring images © morley von sternberg View from the field image © morley von sternberg the depth of the cantilevered covering will protect approximately two thirds of the seats during inclement weather. cross or headwind conditions affect the athletes ability to reach peak speeds. the form of the canopy has been subjected to wind tunnel testing during early design phases to account for the IAAF’s guidelines which postpone play if tailwinds exceed 2 m/s, sometimes an unavoidable situation in extreme wind. a fabric wrap comprised of full-height ribbons forms a facade and neutral backdrop for the colors introduced by the spectators. bridges connect the concourse to the other venues and facilities as well as groups of colorful pods for concessions and retail.ĭiagonal struts of white tubular steel along the roof’s edge contrast the black supports of the upper tier of temporary seating. Situated upon an island bordered by two existing waterways at the southern sector of the olympic park, visitors are offered outward views across the water to the encompassing parkland. theater staging for the ceremonies can also be easily installed and overlayed in this same method. a composition of simple forms with demountable connections minimizes the fabrication time and weight of the entire structure. the firm prioritized the transition to a 25,000 seat capacity after the conclusion of the games, exploring form, materials, structure and operating systems. the compact bowl brings the audience closer to the action than in past olympics. nominated for the 2012 RIBA stirling prize, the venue is capable of hosting 80,000 spectators for the opening and closing ceremonies as well as the athletic track and field events over the course of the two week long contest. The opening ceremony for london’s summer olympics will be held on july 27 at 8:00 ET within the ‘olympic stadium’ designed by international practice populous. "The temporary structure itself is similar in size and scale to Wimbledon's Centre Court - with a unique seating bowl that opens out to the city and will provide an amazing setting for beach volleyball.‘olympic stadium’ by populous, london, UK image © LOCOG all images courtesy of populous Jeff Keas, principal of Populous, said: "We have designed and will create, a sporting arena where you would least expect it in the heart of historic London. "We are proud of the technical skills we have brought to bear and believe the temporary structure provides a solution that should be considered more broadly in the future." "A location as prestigious and historical as Horse Guards Parade is a fantastic backdrop for any event but presents additional questions that do not arise elsewhere. Mr McNicholas said: "This is a critical part of the work Atkins has been undertaking across the London Olympic project and in many ways one of the most visible. St James's Park attracts 5.5m visitors annually.Venue will be erected within six weeks - straight after the Queen's Diamond Jubilee.Stadium will sit within three conservation areas.Beach volleyball competition runs for 14 days.Continue reading the main story London 2012 beach volleyball