Eight record-breaking stadiums from the biggest to the most expensive

Stadiums are often vying to be record-breaking structures. To conclude our Future Stadium series, we look at those that top the lists, from the biggest and tallest to the most expensive. More about Eight record-breaking stadiums from the biggest to the most expensive

Why stadium design is getting more outlandish

Stadiums are becoming more distinctive with clubs and countries using them to attract attention. As part of our Future Stadium series, we look at why stadium design is becoming more icon-focused. More about Why stadium design is getting more outlandish

GMP Architekten renovated the Bernabéu for "full-time use"

Continuing our Future Stadium series, we look at the revamp of the Estadio Santiago Bernabéu in Madrid, Spain, which shows how an existing stadium can be future-proofed. More about GMP Architekten renovated the Bernabéu for "full-time use"

How stadiums are turning into entertainment districts

As developmental models for sports venues shift, architects and planners are being tasked with designing vast districts to support year-round activity. For our Future Stadium series, we look at the rise of the sports district and some factors driving the change. More about How stadiums are turning into entertainment districts

All 23 stadiums set to host the 2030 World Cup

With the 2026 FIFA World Cup reaching its conclusion and in keeping with our Future Stadium series, we've rounded up all the stadiums set to host matches at the 2030 World Cup, which will be played across three continents. More about All 23 stadiums set to host the 2030 World Cup

What the World Cup has taught us about stadium design

What's the creepy technology at one of the major 2026 World Cup stadiums? Are stadiums the only giant buildings that people really like? And what does the future hold for stadium architecture? Listen to the latest episode of Dezeen Weekly now. More about What the World Cup has taught us about stadium design

SoFi Stadium in California set the standard for integrated stadium technology

Continuing our Future Stadium series, we take a close look at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California. Designed by US studio HKS, it has one of the world's largest videoboards and the highest price tag in the history of sports architecture. More about SoFi Stadium in California set the standard for integrated stadium technology

Ten stadiums of the future that rewrite the playbook

Stadiums are no longer just being designed for matchdays, with architects boldly pursuing novelty to create distinctive year-round landmarks. For our Future Stadium series, we look at 10 of the most offbeat examples currently in development. More about Ten stadiums of the future that rewrite the playbook