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Due to the requirement to accommodate both sports venues and large audiences, sports architecture often features expansive spans and streamlined functional organization. As a prominent structure, a stadium not only serves as a key facility but also as a landmark for the university, necessitating a design that is both functional and iconic. This project is located at China University of Mining and Technology and aims to create a multi-functional sports center that serves the campus community.

The stadium must integrate various functions, including gymnasiums, training areas, performance spaces, exhibition halls, and teaching facilities, while also being equipped to host professional competitions. Additionally, it should be designed to engage and benefit the surrounding community and the public.

LOCATION: XUZHOU, CHINA

YEAR: 2016

FACULTY: HAN CHENPING

The site encompasses outdoor basketball courts, table tennis courts, and a vibrant plaza with considerable pedestrian activity. The design leverages a circular configuration to seamlessly integrate with these adjacent facilities, enhancing connectivity and drawing visitors toward the stadium. The structure features an Origami-inspired form, establishing itself as a distinctive landmark within the university. This approach not only creates a visually striking building but also reflects a dynamic and organically evolving architectural identity.