Aquatics Centre in legacyImage: London 2012 
Olympic Park Aerial July 2011Image: London 2012 
Olympic Park Aerial July 2011Image: London 2012 
InteriorImage: London 2012. Picture taken on 26 Jul 11 by David Poultney. 
Aquatics Centre. Interior view of the Aquatics Centre showing the competition pool, seating and roof.Image: London 2012. LOCOG 
Team GB Synchronised Swimming hopefuls form the number '1' in the newly completed Aquatics Centre, marking one year to go until the London 2012 Games begin.Image: London 2012. LOCOG 
Aquatics Centre. Interior view of the Aquatics Centre showing the competition pool, seating and roof.Image: London 2012. Picture taken on 26 Jul 11 by David Poultney. |
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| Address: | Aquatics Centre, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, Carpenter Road, London E15 2NQ |
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| Type: | Public |
| Completion: | 2011 |
| Venues: | 1 |
| Website: | www.london2012.com/aquatics-centre |
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Description
Construction on the Aquatics Centre began in 2008. It will be the ‘gateway’ to the Olympic Park, with more than two-thirds of spectators expected to enter the Olympic Park over a vast bridge that runs over the top of part of the venue.
The venue was designed by acclaimed international architect Zaha Hadid. It features a spectacular wave-like roof that is 160m long and up to 80m wide, giving it a longer single span than Heathrow Terminal 5.
During the Games
The majority of spectators will be seated in two temporary wings that will be taken down after the Games.
It will have a 50m competition pool, a 25m competition diving pool, a 50m warm-up pool and a ‘dry’ warm-up area for divers. The Water Polo competition will be held next to it in the temporary Water Polo Arena, with competition and warm-up pools.
The two venues will be close to each other in one of the most compact areas of the Olympic Park. To make the best use of the space available, some back-of-house facilities, such as space for broadcasters, catering and security will be shared between the two venues so they run as efficiently as possible.
After the Games
The Aquatics Centre will be transformed into a facility for the local community, clubs and schools, as well as elite swimmers. The two temporary wings will be removed, although it will be possible to increase the capacity for major competitions.
The Aquatics Centre will also have a creche, family-friendly changing facilities and a cafe, alongside a new public plaza in front of the building.
Source: london2012.com
Buildington Rating & Notes
Published: 11. May 2011
