Sport and design have a rich history of intermingling with one another, and the Saint-Laurent Sports Complex in Montreal is a building that hopes to reestablish some of those ties for the local community. The building is angular and striking in appearance, making it a distinct and unique structure when compared against the other sports buildings in the area.
Sports feed design in many ways. Teams are represented by intricate and characteristic logos, sports equipment requires careful industrial design and engineering, and sports stadiums and arenas are often architecturally impressive. Though the Marcel Laurin Park neighborhood already has an arena nearby, that building is relatively neutral in appearance, so Saucier + Perrotte, the architects behind the project, opted for something with more personality.
Angular Sports Complexes
The Saint-Laurent Sports Complex Punctuates the Surrounding Outdoor Space
Trend Themes
1. Sports Architecture - Architects are exploring unconventional and striking designs for sports facilities and complexes.
2. Community-focused Design - Sports and recreational buildings are being designed to improve communities and promote healthy lifestyles.
3. Sustainable Sports Buildings - Sports facilities are incorporating green technologies and materials to reduce their environmental impact.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture - Architecture firms have an opportunity to design innovative and unique sports facilities that serve both the functional and aesthetic needs of the community.
2. Sports Equipment Manufacturing - As sports buildings become more visually striking, there is a need for sports equipment manufacturers to design products that complement and match the aesthetic of the facilities.
3. Green Building - Sustainability and energy efficiency are becoming increasingly important factors in the design of sports facilities, creating opportunities for companies that specialize in green building technologies and materials.