Two Australian founded architecture firms will partner with a leading Japanese architect to design the new Brisbane Stadium ahead of the 2032 Olympic Games.
Aussie firms Cox and Hassell have been selected alongside Japan’s Azusa Sekkei to bring the 63,000 seat stadium to life at Victoria Park.
The venue, tipped to cost around $3.8 billion, will host the opening and closing ceremonies for the Games along with athletics.
It will also become the new home ground for local sporting teams including the Brisbane Lions, Queensland Bulls and Brisbane Heat.
According to the State Government, the team brings a “proven track record”, having designed Perth’s Optus Stadium, along with the redeveloped Adelaide Oval and MCG.
Japanese practice Azusa Sekkei has also delivered 120 stadiums worldwide, including the Japan National Stadium in Tokyo for the 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
“The games are well and truly on the way as Brisbane’s future stadium readies to take shape,” Federal Infrastructure Minister Catherine King said.
“Inspired by the iconic Queenslander, this stadium will be a worthy home for the world’s best athletes, talented performers and excited spectators during The Games.
“The new Brisbane Stadium promises to become a landmark venue for the city as its home of global sporting events and international concerts, as well as home ground for local sports stars”.
Earthworks for the stadium are due to kick off within months, however a timeline for its completion is yet to be locked in.
“COX, Hassell and Azusa Sekkei have developed a design concept that celebrates the best of our unique Queensland lifestyle and character in a truly magnificent vision for our stadium,” Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie said.
“The team is in place to see the Stadium come to life in design and construction over the next few years and ensure the new Brisbane Stadium will be the pride of Queensland beyond 2032.”
