The new Leeds Arena is the cornerstone of a project that seeks to regenerate the city. The stadium will be located in the city center on Claypit Lane, and construction is expected to begin in 2010 and be completed by 2012. Exterior images of the stadium were just released, showcasing its honeycomb facade composed of cellular shapes based on the voroni diagram. Earlier this spring interior images were revealed that showed a fan-type layout that is more like a theater and less arena-like, allowing for better views from all seats.
Public opinion strongly swayed the design of the new stadium, and the finalized plan places a strong focus on environmentally friendly features, good acoustics, glazed panels and outside seating areas. As for green strategies, the arena will boast energy-efficient air source pumps for heating, rainwater collection, and a green sedum roof.
[1]
Internationally-renowned stadium designers Populous just unveiled the sleek honeycombed façade of their new Leeds Arena! The studio was chosen last year to design the new multi-purpose arena, which is outfitted with a kaleidoscope of lights that will draw visitors from near and far once the sun sets. Populous, one of our favorite eco stadium designers, has also included an array of green building strategies culminating in an expansive green roof that will set a new standard for sustainably-built…
[2]
The Leeds Arena will be lit up at night with a kaleidoscope of colors that will draw crowds and tourists to the city center.
[3]
Leeds chose Populous to design the multi-purpose arena, and area residents helped determine the elements that would go into the design of the facility.
[4]
The new Leeds Arena exterior is designed based on the voroni diagram and features a cellular pattern.
[5]
The stadium will include a number of green strategies including a green sedum room, rainwater collection and an energy-efficient air heat pump.
[6]
At night, the front of the building will change colors and patterns depending on the show or mood of the arena at the time
[7]
The arena will be utilized for various purposes including music concerts, theater shows, comedy events, basketball, boxing, wrestling, dancing shows, and ice skating.
[8]
The Leeds Arena will be arranged in a fan shape, which will offer better views for all ticket holders. It can seat up to 13,500 people.
[9]
The longest distance from the stage at the Leeds Arena is 68 meters as opposed to 95-110 meter at a standard arena.
[10]
The Leeds Arena will be able to host events that standard arenas can, but unlike traditional arenas, the design offers better views for spectators and seating can be rearranged or removed for different events.
[11]
Leeds Arena will be located on Claypit Lane. Construction is expected to start by the end of 2010 and be completed by 2012.
[1]
[2]
[3]
[4]
[5]
[6]
[7]
[8]
[9]
[10]
[11]