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VTB Arena

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Public areas of the VTB Arena multifunctional complex

TOTAL AREA 40 000 sq m

CLIENT Codest

ADDRESS Moscow, Leningradsky Prospekt, 36

DESIGN 2015-2017

CONSTRUCTION 2017-2018


About Project

VTB Arena is a multifunctional sports and concert and entertainment complex, including a football and hockey arena. ABD architects ' design scope included the public areas of the complex: lobbies, club and restaurant spaces of different levels, recreation areas, VIP boxes, seating areas for players, officials and the press, and other public spaces. The total design area was 40 000 sq. m.


The starting point for interior design was the Dynamo Club. The architects relied on its history, the colors of the logo and the team. The predominant color in the interiors is blue, this was the initial requirement of the Customer. 


Each zone has its own thoughtful design, as well as its own requirements regarding standards, safety and comfort. The VIP and VVIP zones have a high level of decoration, comfort and amenities. VIP boxes for guests are located around the playing field. All lodges are equipped with a kitchenette, a dining area, a dressing room and soft areas. Such boxes are as comfortable as possible for staying and watching matches. Among the finishing materials for VIP and VVIP zones are granite, marble, decorative plaster. Colored metal sheets under bronze were used for the ceilings. Sound insulation panels are also located on the walls. 


In addition to VIP and VVIP boxes, the architects designed separate restaurants for high-ranking guests.
In the VIP area of the restaurant, the ceilings are made of fireproof paper – this unusual solution was chosen by the architects due to high ceilings, open utilities and the need for access to fire extinguishing and ventilation systems. The light sources in this area are invisible, since they are located behind the ceiling system. Draw attention to the lamps that are made of narrow tubes, in the form of raindrops. Also, unusual lamps in the form of glass birds and petals were made to order. Decorative plaster was applied on the walls with the effect of stretching from dark to light. 


The zones for players differ, since each sport requires a special floor covering. There are locker rooms, showers, massage rooms, separate rooms for team coaches. The fan zone has increased technical requirements — a self-leveling floor was made here and durable materials were used. Vandal-proof solutions were also thought out: for example, metal sheets instead of mirrors, hinged rack ceilings. 


Much attention was paid to navigation. The navigation corresponds to the VTB Dynamo logo: the blue color, the slope of the font or symbols — everything is done in the same style. On the columns and walls in public areas there are graffiti depicting historical moments of the games, as well as quotes from famous players. 

Opinions
Natalia Tsivileva,
Chief Project Architect ABD architects
It was a very large-scale and long-term project. We were limited by technical requirements and norms, but, nevertheless, we created a unique design for each zone. It is a great responsibility to design public spaces for so many people. And I am proud of the result of our work!



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