Global architecture firm Populous, known for sports infrastructure projects, has been recognised in India by the Queensland Premier for its ongoing contribution to developing the state’s export success.
Populous has been operating in Brisbane – a city that’s also home to several stadia designed by the practice – for more than 20 years. In 2021, the firm named its Brisbane office as its Asia-Pacific headquarters.
For the last decade, Populous has also been operating in India, with 22 staff in New Delhi currently working with the Brisbane studio and the Indian government on its bid for the 2036 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The firm’s flagship Indian design project to date is the world’s largest cricket stadium, Narendra Modi Stadium, which has a 110,000-seat capacity.
A certificate of recognition for outstanding contribution to Queensland’s export success was presented to Populous director Chris Paterson by the Queensland Premier David Crisafulli at a ceremony in New Delhi earlier this month.
“India’s love of sport and Populous’ expertise in designing the world’s best stadia and arenas mean we are a natural fit,” Paterson said. “This recognition represents more than 25 years of working across the Asia Pacific region by our team of designers, and specifically more than 10 years of collaboration between our highly skilled architects in Brisbane and India.”
Populous’ global director and co-founder, Paul Henry, added, “Our India and Brisbane offices are supporting Ahmedabad in its Olympic journey, a significant development given Brisbane’s own preparation to host the 2032 Olympics.”
Source: Architecture - architectureau
