PALAFOLLS SPORTS ARENA

Project details

Technical Data

  • Area: 1,925 m2
  • Maximum span: 70 m
  • Depth: 1.125 m
  • Weight: 33 kg/m2

Description

In spite of its relatively small size, this complex space-frame roof has a number of facets which enhance its structural and aesthetical dimension.

The architectural interplay between three types of external surfaces and interior areas, which are formed under the spherical dome, the outer doughnut-shaped surface and the curved transitional cones,  give rise to an assembly of constantly varying perspectives, internally as well as externally.

The 1.125 m deep, double layer, three-dimensional space-frame structure of irregular overall geometry is set within a 70 m diameter semi-circle which forms the multi-purpose sports surface; the other half of the circle being outdoor space.