صحافة بلادي صحيفة إلكترونية مغاربية متجددة على مدار الساعة تعنى بشؤون المغرب الجزائر ليبيا موريتانيا تونس
- 📚 Sustainable sports research reference🌍 Scope: Morocco (Casablanca – Benslimane)📌 Theme: Mathematical Engineering and Sustainable Architecture With a capacity ...
- The engineering design of the Grand Hassan II Stadium in Benslimane between Casablanca and Rabat – Sports Studies Unit in Bladi Press 1
صحافة بلادي — With a capacity of 115,000 spectators on a real estate area extending over 100 hectares in the province of Benslimane, the Grand Hassan II Stadium constitutes a global engineering masterpiece inspired by the heritage of the Moroccan “Season” in an advanced technological and ecological template that makes it a reference for studies of contemporary sports architecture.
1. Architectural design philosophy: “Season” tent and forest environmental integration
The engineering alliance supervising the project (Oualalou + Choi Office in partnership with Populous International) created a unique architectural structure embodied in a giant roof in the form of a traditional Moroccan tent composed of a lightweight and transparent aluminum mesh, integrating with the forest surrounding Benslimane.
This geometric shell allows natural ventilation to flow and provides thermal shade to the terraces while embracing botanical gardens suspended at a height of 28 meters from the ground, creating a microclimate that reduces energy consumption allocated to air conditioning by a record percentage.
2. Technical standards for the FIFA tournament book for the opening and final matches
The International Federation of Association Football (FIFA) requires stadiums nominated to host the opening and final matches to have a net capacity of no less than 80,000 seats, in addition to VIP hospitality spaces (VIP & VVVIP) and media areas and ultra-definition television broadcasts (8K Broadcast Compounds).
The two ends of the stadium were designed to each include a connected amphitheater that can accommodate 29,500 spectators on one kinetic floor that enhances the crowd noise and acoustic echo inside the arena, while the middle levels include five layers of hospitality cabins and hotel suites overlooking the hybrid grass.
3. Rail and urban connectivity between Casablanca and Rabat
The strategic location in the Mansouria commune (Benslimane province) is distinguished by its location in the heart of the urban and economic axis of Casablanca-Rabat, with its connection to a dedicated train station that allows tens of thousands of fans to travel in less than 45 minutes to and from Mohammed V International Airport and the center of the two cities.
📊 Reference engineering and technical characteristics of the Grand Hassan II Stadium
| Engineering standard | Specifications approved in the project | Added value compared to international stadiums |
|---|---|---|
| Total carrying capacity | 115,000 spectators (the largest football stadium in the world) | It exceeds Camp Nou and Wembley stadiums in net seating capacity |
| The total area of the boat | 100 hectares includes an Olympic village, training facilities and hotels | An integrated sports city and not just a single stadium building |
| Roof and ventilation technology | Transparent aluminum tent frame and hanging gardens at a height of 28 meters | High energy efficiency and reducing the facility’s carbon footprint |
| Floor and water management | Newest generation hybrid grass with rainwater recycling system and smart watering | Water sustainability suitable for the Mediterranean climate throughout the seasons |
📌 Reference summaries for researchers and followers:
- The stadium combines the Moroccan architectural cultural identity (the Season Tent) with the highest standards of modern structural engineering.
- Adopting the concept of the “Forest Sports City” ensures that residents and visitors can use the facilities surrounding the stadium throughout the week.
- The project represents an applied reference for architectural and civil engineering students in North Africa and the Middle East.
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