Hangzhou Sports Park, China – A Jumbo “Green Flower”

Coming up in Hangzhou, China is a flower-shaped green sports complex - Hangzhou Olympic Sports Center Stadium. This multi-purpose stadium which is under construction is part of the Hangzhou Olympic Sports Center. Upon completion in 2013, it will host 80,000 spectators at a time and will be the largest sports park in China. It is designed jointly by NBBJ and CCDI.

Construction of this Sports Park commenced with a design plan of 400,000 square-meter area on the Qian Tang riverfront. Inspiration for the design for the park and the stadium was drawn from the geometry of the nearby river delta as well as the flora of the nearby lake. The park has a large open space, walking trails, a tennis facility, retail space, community playing fields and of course a massive sports area.

The three major components of this flower-shaped stadium are:

1.    An above-grade platform that defines the ‘sports boulevard,’ linking together programs such as the main stadium and tennis tournament facilities.
2.    Ground level, pathways, gardens and plazas form a network of public recreation activities designed for alternative and extreme sports.
3.    A below-grade level consisting of sunken spaces and courtyards including boutique stores, restaurants and a multiplex cinema hall.

The most distinct feature of the site is a flawless pedestrian path that intertwines sports and commercial programs, along with creating a clear path of circulation between two planned transportation hubs.

The project seeks green building certification, energy and water efficiency, and the use of renewable energy through green building materials. This is a transformational project that redefines sustainable design excellence in sports facilities throughout Asia.