Birdsnest Stadium: an Icon of Function and Design

The Bird's Nest Stadium in Beijing, China, was a successful blend of function and design, conceived before Beijing won the Olympic bid. It met criteria like post-Olympic use and low maintenance. Construction began in December 2003 and finished in 2007, involving 17,000 workers. The stadium features a seating capacity of 80,000, a rainwater collector, and a climate control system. Officially opened on June 28, 2008, it was a success during the Olympic and Paralympic Games. Developers are exploring ways to repurpose it into a shopping mall and hotel to increase its use.

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