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Challenges and solutions of sustainable design in sports architecture

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26.06.2023

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The BREEAM-Outstanding Ravelin sports facility was the venue for the IAKS UK conference in Portsmouth on June 15, 2023. Located on the university campus, the event focused on the low-carbon and low...

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New benchmark for ultra low energy sports facilities

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25.06.2023

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Ravelin Sports Centre's design is fossil fuel-free and has demonstrated an operational energy consumption of less than 100 kWh/m2/year – a level of performance which no other equivalent sports centre...

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Built on family values

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24.06.2023

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As a family business, Pellikaan understands that clients want to build with familiar faces. As operator of a Dutch health club chain they make smart choices. Their decision-making is based on the...

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From Library Castle to Sky Bridge

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14.06.2023

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The designers were eager to create diverse spaces that can store memories and give students a sense of belonging in campus. The archway at the entrance is placed to enhance the sense of entering, and...

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Project planning guide for community centres of self-organised sport

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12.06.2023

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The guideline by Tverga (non-profit organisation from Norway) is divided into four phases (determine need - analyse need - concretise project - realise project). With the help of numerous practical...

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New 15 m high rugby goals

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11.06.2023

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The product novelty by IAKS member Lausín y Vicente has an exceptional height to make it easier for referees to determine the scoring of a goal. The removable goals allow the sport facility to use the...

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