#Populous architecture upgrade

Its exterior exhibits a rhythmic assembly of white ribs, as per Populous’ visualisations, displaying an eye-catchingly expressive front to the tens of thousands that are expected to flock towards it each week.

Featuring a façade design that is said to be inspired by the aesthetics of two of Milan’s most famous architectural landmarks - Duomo di Milano and the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele - the structure has been presented as a celebration of the city’s rich artistic and cultural heritage. The proposal, which aims to take its place has been christened 'The Cathedral' by Populous. Inaugurated in 1926, the Stadio Giuseppe Meazza, often referred to as the San Siro, is one of the biggest stadiums in Europe and the largest in Italy. Alongside a new home ground for two of Italy’s most decorated and revered football clubs - AC Milan and Internazionale, the practice has imagined a new development that is expected to extend beyond the bounds of stadium design, creating additional urban green spaces and cutting-edge sustainable infrastructure.

#Populous architecture upgrade

Having edged out Manica and Sportium’s proposal, Populous’ project is the culmination of a venture that started as far back as 2019, to upgrade the relatively dated facilities of the current structure. Global design firm Populous’ vision for a new complex of sport and leisure in the San Siro district of Milan has been announced as the winning proposal to replace the iconic Stadio Giuseppe Meazza.