Maximum Stadium
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When it comes to places of gathering, a stadium is the largest architectural typology. Only the matter of scale by itself is enough to create intense common experiences, but to what point can design intensify such experiences?
Studio Chermayeff-Hรถnig Dessau Intl. Architecture Graduate School Tutors: Sam Chermayeff & Tobias Hรถnig 2015 - 2016
Westhafenkanal
Spree River
The project aimed to identify specific elements that affect both spectators and performers experience taking football as a catalyst. Density, steepness, access are some of the global concepts studied, attempting to enhance emotions.
Fritz-Schloร Park
Berlin Hauptbanhof
Disposition Maximal footprint within viewing distance to get largest capacity stadium
Maximal viewing distance
Optimal viewing distance
Steepness A steep tribune increase impact to the pitch, affecting players while a shallow tribune maximize density, improving the environment for fans. Both options are then included in the design
Stairs In attempting to achieve maximal visual density, linear stairs are blank gaps. Creating a zigzaging stair system minimizes the problem
No visual gap
Access Generally designed perpendicular to the tribune, access to the stands is proposed parallel, minimizing its visual impact
Corners Straight, tapered and arched corners are compared on grounds of views and comfort
First impression The stadium can be completely or semi sunk, but by fully exposing the structure, the impact for the incoming spectator is maximized while reducing the built footprint at ground level
No visual gap
Level -1 through Level 14 floor plans
Section 1
Level 14 floor plan
Section 2