2026 | Professional

MUSE Design Awards Design of the Year Winner

Kai Tak Sports Park

Entrant

Populous

Category

Architectural Design - Stadium / Arena

Client's Name

Hong Kong Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau / Kai Tak Sports Park Limited

Country / Region

Australia

Kai Tak Sports Park is a 28-hectare transformation of Hong Kong’s former airport into a world-class destination for sport, culture, and community. Designed by Populous, the precinct features a 50,000-seat stadium, a 10,000-seat arena, and a 5,000-seat youth sports ground, integrated with retail, dining, wellness, and vibrant public spaces. Anchored by the shimmering “Pearl of the Orient” façade, the stadium incorporates innovative design features including a retractable roof, adaptable pitch, and one of the world’s largest demountable turf systems. Completed in 2025, the Sports Park is both a civic anchor and a global events hub.

Credits

Executive Architect
Simon Kwan & Associates Ltd.
Civil, Structural, MEP, Sustainability, and Specialist Engineering
Arup
Landscape Architect
ADI Ltd.
Design and Build Contractor
Hip Hing Engineering Co. Ltd.
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