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This fascinating article from Arch Daily explores the transformation of Olympic venues, moving beyond the "white elephant" stereotype. #OlympicArchitecture #Sustainability The article dives into how past Games left behind underutilized structures, while recent trends prioritize adaptable and sustainable designs that benefit host cities long after the closing ceremony. ♻️ What are your thoughts on the future of Olympic architecture? Should the focus remain on creating iconic landmarks or prioritize long-term functionality? Let's discuss this in the comments! https://bit.ly/4cDSgMZ #UrbanPlanning #LegacyProjects #ArchTalk

What Will Become of Paris 2024? The evolution of Olympic stadium architecture, as discussed in Architizer's article, outlines three distinct eras: functional early designs, starchitect-led iconic structures, and Paris' balanced approach. While compelling, this narrative invites several valid criticisms. Olympic committees have learned a lot from the 120+ years of former Olympic cities. Iconic structures like Montreal's "Big Owe," Jesse Robinson Olympic Park from the 1984 Olympics, and Herndon Stadium from the 1996 Olympics highlight significant post-Olympic challenges, emphasizing the need for long-term sustainability. Paris' approach, balancing form and function, reflects these lessons. However, attributing this as a linear improvement oversimplifies the socio-political and economic intricacies shaping each era's architectural decisions. Moreover, as architects and engineers, we hope that there will continue to be architectural interest in the buildings constructed principally to house the Olympics. These structures should not only serve their immediate purpose but also stand as lasting monuments to innovation and design excellence. Read more here: https://loom.ly/wZVgcWc #olympics #architecture #design

Check out this article about the architecture at the Paris Olympics. So impressive how they were able to build venues that incorporate the Eiffel Tower in the background. https://lnkd.in/eSTTf5sq #olympics #olympicsarchitecture

As the Paris 2024 Olympics come to a close, the city has set a new standard for integrating its cultural landmarks and urban spaces into the event. With minimal new construction, Paris reimagined sports within its historic environment, making temporary use of its iconic sites while highlighting the city's rich heritage. This approach minimized environmental impact while showcasing Paris's architectural treasures. Looking ahead, the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles will take a similar path. Scheduled for July 14–30, LA28 will focus on utilizing existing infrastructure and venues across Greater Los Angeles. Unlike previous Olympic Games, no new permanent venues are planned, a conscious decision to reduce financial and environmental costs. Instead, sports parks will host events in areas like Downtown LA, Long Beach, and Carson, continuing the trend of sustainable urban development. For more insights on LA28, visit https://lnkd.in/eRytvt2q

Leading Industry Bodies Unite on Vision for 2032 Brisbane Olympics Legacy The Design Institute of Australia has joined forces with peak professional bodies in architecture, landscape architecture, and planning to submit recommendations to the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games 100-Day Review. Drawing on their collective expertise representing more than 25,000 professionals dedicated to public interest outcomes, the coalition builds upon their Green Pathways, Gold Places framework launched in April 2024. Their submission is grounded in comprehensive research examining how major sporting events can create lasting social, economic, and environmental benefits for future generations through strategic planning and design. Our Key Recommendations: 1️⃣ Prioritise Integrated and Connected Precincts Develop precinct-scale plans for all venues and infrastructure to catalyse urban regeneration and long-term growth. 2️⃣ Establish a 2032 Design Coordination Unit Centralise multidisciplinary expertise within the Office of the Queensland Government Architect to ensure design excellence across all projects. 3️⃣ Invest in a Green Grid and Sustainable Connectivity Create a cohesive strategy to enhance active transport, reduce urban heat, and foster a net-positive environmental impact. 4️⃣ Implement New Place-Funding Models Use innovative funding mechanisms to ensure high-quality design and enduring community benefits. These recommendations aim to ensure the Games deliver a global standard for growth and design while enriching the communities of Queenslanders for decades to come. We look forward to supporting this vision and collaborating with stakeholders to make the 2032 Games a legacy event for all. 📖 Learn more about our submission: https://lnkd.in/gAv25XSK Dan Spat MDIA | Sean Cullen | Caroline Stalker | Glen Power #Brisbane2032 hashtag #LegacyPlanning hashtag #GreenPathwaysGoldPlaces

While mainly modern, the design of this #building also includes #architecture that's true to the region.

While mainly modern, the design of this #building also includes #architecture that's true to the region.

"Architectural Olympics: Where Design Met Sport!" Did you know, Architecture wasn't just a profession or a form of art—it was once an Olympic sport! That's right, in the early 20th century, during the #OlympicGames of 1912, 1920, and 1924, architecture was included as a competitive event. In 1912, at the Stockholm Games, the first architecture competition was held, requiring entries to draw connections between art and sport. Both built work and speculative designs, including town planning, were accepted. The inaugural Olympic gold medal in architecture was awarded to Eugène-Edouard Monod and Alphonse Laverriére of Switzerland for their innovative modern stadium town planning project. In subsequent years, no gold medals were awarded in 1920 (Antwerp) or 1924 (Paris). However, in 1928, Dutch architect Jan Wils clinched gold for his design of the Olympic Stadium in Amsterdam—the very stadium that hosted numerous Olympic sports events. The last-ever gold medal in architecture was won by Austrian Adolf Hoch for the Ski Jumping Hill on the Kobenzl at the 1948 London Games. Following the 1948 Games, the IOC abandoned the #Olympic art competition due to a high number of professional entrants, which conflicted with the games' amateur spirit. It's a fascinating reminder of the unique intersection between art, sport, and design in Olympic history! #Architecture #OlympicHistory #FunFacts #DesignAndSport #architects #blueprints #historicalfact #history with Adeesh Garg, 1pointsix18

The profession of Architecture reclaiming its strategic role and value in the decision making and development of our cities 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾