News: Arena 92 Stadium for the city of Puteaux by Atelier Christian de Portzamparc

Atelier Christian de Portzamparc, in association with Vinci Group, was elected amongst the three last finalists for the construction of the Racing-Metro-92, also known as Arena 92 Stadium, a French rugby club, in the city of Puteaux, western suburbs of Paris.

Arena 92 Stadium, Puteaux, France, © Atelier Christian de Portzamparc

The project is announced to be the most modern multi-function complex in Europe. The 32 to 40,000 places stadium has an operable roof and can be transformed into an enclosed concert venue. The project that should be completed in 2014 also includes 30.000 square meters of office and shops programs.

Aerial perspective © Atelier Christian de Portzamparc

© Atelier Christian de Portzamparc

© Atelier Christian de Portzamparc

© Atelier Christian de Portzamparc

Building facts
Project: Arena 92 Stadium
Program: Stadium, concert hall, offices and shops programs
Architect: Atelier Christian de Portzamparc
Team project: Bruno Dubecq, Daniel Romeo, Duccio Cardelli, Étienne Pierres, Céline Barda, Marion Barray, Bertrand Beau, Barbara Bottet, Julie Bouccara, Yannick Bouchet
Collaborator: VINCI Group
Fluids: SNC Lavalin
Structural Engineers: Structures Île de France
Acoustics: Avel Acoustique
Scenography: Duck Sceno
Security Consultants: CSD Faces
Facade lighting: Light it be
Facade: RFR
Client: Ovalto Investissement
Surface areas: 117,000 sqm SHON
Location: Puteaux, Grand Axe de la Défense, 92000 Nanterre, France
Construction start: 2011
Status: Ongoing
Completion year: Expected in 2014
Credits: Atelier Christian de Portzemparc

Images source: architopik