Building stadiums is a major project for any city. Not only does a stadium have to be able to accommodate thousands of people and a variety of events, it also has to look good.
As cities fight to create an urban identity, more attention is being paid to the aesthetics of these enormous buildings which are usually situated in the core of the urban landscape. When done correctly, these stadiums can enhance the image of the city as an innovator in design.
13 Futuristic Stadiums
From Windmill-Inspired Stadiums to Transparent Stadiums:
Christina Butty — Aug 24, 2009 — Art & Design
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2008 Olympic Architecture
China's Stadium Designs
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Mega Stadium Transformations
The Green Point Stadium Wows Crowds in Style
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Worldcup Stadium Made With 1 Million Parts of Lego
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The Stadiums of the Future
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See-Through Stadium
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Swank Stadium Seating
The Jets Coaches Club
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Bejing Olympics Architecture
Herzog & de Meuron's National Stadium
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$154,350 Stadium Seats
Dallas Cowboys Billion Dollar Stadium
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Snakeskin Stadiums
Hyundai-Samsung Consortium Features Reptilian Architecture
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Underground Stadiums
The Wall for 2018 World Cup in Qatar
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Snack Food Stadiums
24,000-Calorie Tribute to the Super Bowl
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Windmill Inspired Stadiums
The Estadio Internacional in Monterrey
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Axing Iconic Ballparks
Historic Shea Stadium Dismantled in Favor of All-New Citi Field
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