Designs have been released giving a first look at the master plan and new stadium for the Shah Alam Sports Complex in Malaysia.
‘POPULOUS’ stated that the Shah Alam Stadium has been the pride and glory of Selangor (Malaysian State) for over 25 years. It has been the center of many of Malaysia’s proudest sporting moments but having reached the end of its operational timeline this iconic landmark is being upgraded as part of a broader integrated state-of-the-art world-class sports and community-centric sports Kompleks Sukan Shah Alam (KSSA).
The Shah Alam Stadium has been the pride and glory of Selangor for over 25 years. It has been the center of many of Malaysia’s proudest sporting moments but having reached the end of its operational timeline this iconic landmark is being upgraded as part of a broader integrated state-of-the-art world-class sports and community-centric sports complex with the new stadium forming the core of the master plan.
The Shah Alam Stadium was a multipurpose stadium and one of the largest stadiums in the world located in Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia. It was used mostly for football matches but also had facilities for athletics. The stadium had a capacity of 80,372 but closed down in 2020.
‘POPULOUS’ further stated that the global design firm Populous is partnering with the Malaysian practice HIJJAS Architects + Planners on the project that will blend iconic heritage with modern, inclusive elements to meet the community needs while aligning with Selangor’s low-carbon goals.
Populous is a global architectural and design practice with regional headquarters in Kansas City (US), London (UK) and Brisbane (Australia) specializing in sports facilities, arenas and convention centers as well as in the planning and design of major special events.
Populous began with a singular focus – to draw people together around the things they love, through experiences that capture all the senses, amplifying the atmosphere of excitement and pure joy shared in human moments.
Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia)-based HIJJAS Architects + Planners is a premier architectural practice in Malaysia. Its award-winning work spans the course of four decades many acknowledged today as icons that have shaped Malaysia’s urban landscape and City skylines. The firm continues to evolve as a practice of the 21st century confronting the challenges to the society and climate through state-of-the-art technology and expert collaboration.
Populous Senior Principal and Director (Asia-Pacific [APAC]) Brett Wightman said the project would restore the iconic landmark of the Selangor State to its former glory inspiring and supporting the next generation of Malaysian athletes – “The revitalized Shah Alam Stadium will draw on the latest trends in stadium development to create a world-class football venue that will be multifunctional and adaptable so that it can be used by the community all year round. The new stadium will be part of a landmark active and thriving community development where people can live, worship, work, and play.”
A Stadium that Honors its Heritage
The Shah Alam Stadium sits at the center of the KSSA with commercial, sports and community spaces radiating from it.
The more than 45,000-seat stadium will reflect the original silhouette and honor the heritage of the former stadium’s iconic curved roof.
The stadium will meet the FIFA standards for international football matches and will be fully covered with a fixed roof made up of double-layered ethylene tetrafluoroethylene (ETFE) cushions allowing light to enter. With a sliding pitch that can move in and out along the length of the stadium the venue can be transformed for various sports and entertainment events.
The broader complex will feature an indoor multipurpose hall, football training grounds, an arena, and dedicated spaces for arts, cultural events and performances. The focal point of the new complex will be a 310,000 square meter green area featuring a botanical garden, running and cycling paths and walkable spaces.
The redevelopment works, which include the demolition of the aging Shah Alam Stadium, will span 48 months and are targeted for completion in 2029.
Shah Alam Sports Complex Facts and Figures:
- Approximately 60 percent of the entire area will be developed into world-class modern sporting facilities;
- Approximately 40 percent of the sports complex will be converted into a public recreational community park;
- The original iconic silhouette of the stadium will be retained to preserve its heritage and history;
- The stadium will be fully covered and able to accommodate 45,000 spectators;
- The stadium will meet the FIFA standards for international football matches; and
- With a sliding pitch that can move in and out along the length of the stadium the venue can be transformed for various sports and entertainment events.
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