Stamford Bridge
A New Stadium For Chelsea F.C The Polygonal Shape The exterior mass of the building is a faceted polygonal shape. The polygonal form maximizes the building footprint and responds in section and plan to the rights of lights requirements from the adjacent properties and from the context of the surrounding residential neighbourhood. The Circular Roof Ring A ‘form-found tension ring’ collects and supports 132 radial steel roof trusses that span 50 meters over the bowl. The roof is both structurally and visually efficient, protecting the spectators while containing the atmosphere and excitement of the game. The Vertical Brick Piers The polygonal shape of the stadium is articulated by 264 vertical brick piers (132 main piers and 132 interim piers), which are the continuation of the steel roof trusses, starting from the roof ring down to the building’s base. These brick piers structurally support the stadium while visually breaking down its scale. This aspect, along with the traditional London stock brick, helps to integrate the stadium into the borough and greater London area. Toward the bottom, the bricks piers are carved in to create a tapering.
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