Architect Reveals Designs for Qatar 2022 - Football News

With the argument of when the 2022 Qatar World Cup should be held now settled, work on the country's new stadiums looks set to begin. Yesterday legendary architect Zaha Hadid, who has been appointed to design the stadiums for the 2022 World Cup, unveiled a first look at the Al Wakrah Stadium, one of nine potential builds.

The stadium will be located approximately fifteen kilometers south of Doha in Al Wakrah - the southernmost city hosting matches for 2022 World Cup. The stadium and precinct area surrounding it will embrace the cultural heritage of Al Wakrah, while the venue will be designed for use during Qatar's hot summer climate.





Al Wakrah's tradition is reflected in the stadiums curved design which is based on the traditional dhow, a type of fishing boat frequently found in Al Wakrah’s harbors. The innovative new design will have a capacity of 40,000 with a modular top tier that can be removed to lower the capacity to 20,000, aiding the stadium's commercial longevity.

The shape of the stadium also takes Qatar’s blazing climate into consideration, incorporating a curved roof with a mechanical air conditioning system to keep spectators and players cool. Construction for the stadium is expected to begin as early as next year with a further five also scheduled for 2014.

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