# Aviation-Inspired Sports Arenas This French Soccer Stadium Incorporates Repurposed Airplane Parts By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2021-01-19 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/french-soccer-stadium References: [newatlas](https://newatlas.com/architecture/populous-stade-de-la-meinau-renovation/) & [populous](https://populous.com/strasbourgs-stade-de-la-meinau-renovation-project-announced) The multinational architecture company [Populous](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/populous-1) is poised to revitalize an aging French soccer stadium by incorporating [repurposed airplane parts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emirates-4) to provide a fresh, vibrant and comfortable environment in which to enjoy soccer matches. The renovation of the Stade de la Meinau in the city of Strasbourg is perhaps most noteworthy due to the fact that it will make use of 4,400 square meters of old [Airbus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airspace-cabin-vision-2035-concept) aircraft fuselage portions in constructing part of the stadium facade. This reinvigorated French soccer stadium will also make use of around one square kilometer of photovoltaic panels, a rainwater recycling system, LED lighting and active recycling initiatives. These eco-friendly features, in addition to the recycling of old airplane parts, makes this a truly sustainable and innovative project that could show the way forward for future sports stadium and arena transformations. Image Credit: Populous/Rey-de Crécy/Luxigon ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 51% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) > [Eco Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/ecoarchitecture) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Eco-friendly Stadiums:** Populous's renovation of Stade de la Meinau showcases the innovative use of eco-friendly technology in sports stadiums and arenas. - **Repurposed Materials:** The use of repurposed airplane parts in the stadium facade highlights the trend of incorporating sustainable materials in building design. - **Smart Building Features:** Integration of smart building features such as photovoltaic panels and rainwater recycling systems in sports stadiums presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation. ### Where This Applies - **Architecture and Design:** The use of repurposed materials in building design presents opportunities for sustainable and innovative architecture and design. - **Sports and Entertainment:** Incorporating eco-friendly and sustainable features in sports stadiums and arenas is a growing trend in the sports and entertainment industry. - **Green Technology:** The integration of smart building features in sports stadiums presents a growing need for green technology solutions in the construction industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Modernized Stadium Restorations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jean-bouissou-stadium-stand.md) - [Fan‑inspired Arenas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kunshan-olympic-sports-centre.md) - [Sustainable Future Venues](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allelectric-stadium.md) - [Industrial Landmark Stadiums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/powerhouse.md) - [Architectural Sports Landmarks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xian-international-football.md) - [Football Stadium Renovation Projects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selman-strmasi-stadium.md) - [Wooden Resilience Stadiums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fukushima-united.md) - [Curved Stadium Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xian-international-football-centre.md) - [Skyline Sports Arenas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neom-sky-stadium.md)