What better way to embody sports and recreation within a stadium than by putting actual representations around it? Head Architecture has done this with the East Asian Games Venue, surrounding it with what looks like five giant basketball nets (which were actually inspired by the five Olympic rings).
Not only will the rings act as artistic sculptures, they will also provide outdoor public seating. Check out the gallery, courtesy of DesignBoom.com, to see the East Asian Games Venue. Also visit their site for more info and images.
Basketball Net Sculptures
Head Architecture Wins Thematic Design for 2009 East Asian Games Venue
Trend Themes
1. Sports Venue Sculptures - Opportunity to integrate unique artistic sculptures with functional seating within sports venues.
2. Stadium Aesthetics - Opportunity to enhance stadium aesthetics by incorporating sculptures that represent the sports played within the venue.
3. Public Art Installations - Opportunity to create large-scale public artworks that also serve functional purposes, such as seating or shading.
Industry Implications
1. Sports Venues - Sports venue designers and architects can explore new ways to integrate art and function within their designs.
2. Public Art - Public art organizations and institutions can consider creating functional public art installations that serve practical purposes.
3. Urban Design - Urban planners and designers can incorporate large-scale sculptures into their projects to enhance public spaces and experiences.