Projects
- Greenwich, UK
- Completion: Mar 2007
- Capacity: 23,000
The innovative design of the arena responds to its unique context within The O2, through an architectural approach focused on the experience of the users. The visitor stands centre stage against a backdrop of clear architectural / graphic expression and a clean palette of material selection. The form is generated from the dynamic central event space which accommodates a diverse range of events. The circulation and façade are broken down into a series of layered elements on its outside, whilst triple height atria volumes break out from the lower concourse circulation zones and enhance the visitor journey. The movement of people is expressed both within and outside the arena, with the main stairs and escalators wrapping themselves around the building.