Populous

Much like a stadium or arena where the cauldron of a sports event carries the jubilation of victory through thousands of fans, an airport is a place where we can design an emotional arc into people’s journeys.?So, what if we took the way we designed sports and entertainment infrastructure and applied it to a terminal? https://lnkd.in/g5sfPz_9 As our aviation team celebrates the opening of the redevelopment of?Kansai Airports?Terminal 1 in Japan this week, after a five year staged renovation, Senior Principal – Director Brett Wightman spoke to Mark Wolfe, Principal & Head of Aviation EMEA; Matt Findlay, Principal & Head of Aviation ANZ; and Ben Dawson, Principal & Head of Aviation Asia about their work to bring the joy in shared human moments to airport terminals. ?? Read more https://lnkd.in/g5sfPz_9 #airports #aviation #architecture

"We are building cathedrals for memories." ? If that doesn't give you goosebumps, wait until you hear the whole conversation our Jonathan Mallie, Global Director and incoming Managing Director of the Americas, had with Aaron Prinz, host of Architectural Record's DESIGN:ED podcast. ? Grab a snack and enjoy this dynamic conversation that spans passion and purpose in design with how we work alongside different clients, communities and cultures. ? Plus, Jonathan shares incredible anecdotes on how we're transforming Buffalo's New Highmark Stadium with "intimacy and intimidation" in mind. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/g_mn9cJx ? #wearepopulous

We set up shop in Austin with Midwest House during SXSW and welcomed more than 5,000 movers, shakers and innovators to celebrate how we connect through our shared love for sports and live entertainment. Our space was filled with energy and passion, and we embody that emotion every day as we design the places where people love to be together. Our time in Austin with our team, clients and new friends was nothing short of spectacular. Thank you to everyone who joined us to share ideas and insights on how we can build for the future – together. Major props to our panelists – your brilliance and expertise are unparalleled! And major thank you to Midwest House for collaborating with us. Ideas grow bigger – and come to life – together. ? Fran Harris – Foundher, Electra and the Athletic Club ? Karina, LeBlanc, C.M. – Executive Vice President of Strategic Growth Development, RAJ Sports (Portland Thorns / WNBA Portland) ? Sophia Bush – General Partner, Union Heritage ? Elena Garcia Slaton – Head of Sales, Membership & Premium Client Services, C3 ? James Bailey (Yayo) – Creative Director for Artists and Musicians inc. Live Performance & Experience ? Kuzi Cee – Musician ? Nia Linder Batts, Managing Director & COO, Union Heritage ? Sherri Privitera, Sr. Principal, Women's Professional Sports Director, Populous ? Julie Rinaldi, Principal, Live Entertainment Co-Director, Populous ? Brian Mirakian, Sr. Principal, Live Entertainment Co-Director, Populous #wearepopulous

Since 1981, the Australian Institute of Architects has upheld excellence in the profession by recognising best practice in the field through its awards program, inspiring others to continue striving to positively shape communities through architecture. We're delighted that Populous Senior Principal & Architect Belinda Goh has joined the 2025 jury as a judge of the entries in the Australian Capital Territory. Good luck to all of this year's finalists. #AIAACTAwards #architecture

When is a baseball game also a trip to a microbrewery, and when is a boutique shopping trip also a baseball game? When you’re designing a ballpark for the future of sport in Asia. https://bit.ly/41UkEGM In the final of our three part series looking at how Asia’s baseball stadiums are inspiring a new generation of players and fans, Associate Principal & Senior Architect Nick Malyon draws on his global experience having worked in both the US and the Asia Pacific, to consider how ballparks are becoming anchors for a broader precinct, where the line seamlessly blends game day excitement with diverse activities, creating vibrant hubs for entertainment and community engagement. Regardless of the location, baseball globally is more than a game – it’s an entertainment experience. Ballparks and the broader precincts around these venues are adapting to meet this experiential diversification for fans and non-fans alike. Read more: https://bit.ly/41UkEGM. #ballparks #baseball #arenas #design #architecture

As we celebrated International Women's Day #IWD recently, Populous’ team in Australia had another reason to be excited – announced as one of the Top 101 Employers for Women in 2025 by WORK180. Our partnership with Work180 has played a key role in driving us forward as a company as we continue to demonstrate our commitment and continued progression in creating a workplace where everyone has equal opportunity, equal representation and equal pay. This growth mindset of always challenging ourselves to continually enhance our culture of inclusivity and equality also translates into our design approach for ground-breaking sports venues, including the purpose-built Home of the Matildas and the new home of the Brisbane Lions Football Club, which provides a benchmark for how equal opportunity facilities in an elite environment are delivered. Populous, along with the other 100 companies who have been awarded the Top 101 recognition were recently highlighted in the Melbourne Herald Sun's #IWD feature. But we know there’s still work to do as we put in place strategies across the APAC region to bridge the gaps we have when it comes to female participation in senior leadership roles. We remain committed to focusing on undertaking unbiased and diverse recruitment, developing future leaders through in-house and external developmental opportunities and mentoring programs, providing inclusive and supportive career pathways and policies, remaining carer inclusive, continuing rigorous and regular gender and peer pay reviews, and providing equal opportunities for everyone to grow and reach their full potential. Images: projects designed by Populous, including the home of the Brisbane Lions Football Club, China National Speed Skating Oval, CommBank Stadium and Accor Stadium.

Populous Senior Principal Tom Jones will speak at the Coliseum Summit Europe on Tuesday, 18th March, at Emirates Stadium. In his presentation, Tom will discuss the challenges and opportunities of redeveloping existing stadiums, with a focus on Wrexham A.F.C.'s new Kop Stand and Fulham FC's Riverside Stand development.

Today, our #throwbackthursday goes all the way back to 2000. Twenty-five years ago, Populous completed Sky Stadium (formerly Westpac Stadium) in Wellington - the world's first modern purpose-built cricket ground, which was also the home of New Zealand's other main sporting code, rugby. Since then, we've managed various upgrades to the venue, including adding a new bar and function space on the mezzanine level with views to the harbour, and concourse and F&B upgrades, including new wayfinding. ?? Happy birthday Sky Stadium. 25 years this month. https://bit.ly/3XoJkFN

CommBank Stadium's modular design is helping build a roadmap for the circular economy in major venue design and construction. https://bit.ly/43hdmiJ Populous has committed to delivering net-zero buildings by 2030. Through our participation in the Building 4.0 CRC, an industry-led research initiative co-funded by the Australian Government, we are sharing lessons learned on CommBank Stadium, which was a case study in the Scoping Study for Building the Future – Circular Economy project. The stadium design serves as a model for future circular civic infrastructure projects. Modular design using standardised components designed with the intent of deconstruction is helping to set a blueprint for creating a circular economy within the Australian construction industry. Find out more: https://bit.ly/43hdmiJ. Venues NSW, Infrastructure NSW, ProjectsNSW, Lendlease, Aurecon, ASPECT Studios, BlueScope #circulareconomy #stadiumdesign

A stadium's fa?ade is more than a shell to keep the elements out and the atmosphere in, it can help shape a building's identity, becoming part of the fabric of the surrounding environment, says Populous' Senior Principal & Senior Architect James Pearce. James was one of the lead architects who designed the recently opened Kai Tak Stadium in Hong Kong with its “Pearl of the Orient” themed fa?ade made up of 27,000 aluminum panels that create a shimmering pearlescent form that changes color with the natural light, shifting from cobalt blue to metallic purple and silver throughout the day. Viewed from the bay, it adds an instantly recognizable new landmark to Hong Kong’s famous waterfront skyline. James discussed the Creation of Identity in Sports & Entertainment Venue Fa?ades at the recent Zak World of Fa?ades Conference in Auckland, New Zealand, using Kai Tak Stadium as one of several examples of how the use of materiality can create a sense of place. The multi-city event invites design experts to share industry trends and insights. Find out more about Kai Tak Stadium's fa?ade https://bit.ly/4boyF3I. #facade Kai Tak Sports Park