The challenge was to create an integrative proj­ect and unite the two facilities that operate independently, even though they share some spaces such as a climbing wall, martial arts dojo, boxing hall, multipurpose hall, and offices.

Built upon the footprint of its forerunner – the legendary Jordal Amfi – the new Jordal Amfi arena has a spectator capacity of 5,300 with a gross internal area of 14,500 m² distributed between four floors and including the stands.

In the heart of Switzerland, a new facility, unrivalled at home and abroad for its combination of an ice rink, athletics hall and sprint track, opened in May 2020. This is where top athletes are coached and research is carried out at the highest level.

Critical to realizing the aquatic centre for the community was emphasizing the creation of a truly accessible facility. Carscadden worked with district staff and stakeholders to design a modern facility comprising a 25-m competition lap pool, leisure pool, lazy river, and hot pool – making the spaces feel as large and generous as possible.