plateau
Félix Houphouët Boigny stadium
abidjan
Abidjan, nicknamed the "Pearl of the Lagoon", is the largest city and the main economy of Côte d'Ivoire, a country located in West Africa. It is also one of the most influential and cosmopolitan cities in the region.
Location
Abidjan is located on the country's southern coastline, bordering the Gulf of Guinea and the Atlantic Ocean. It is characterised by lagoons, bays and bridges linking different parts of the city. These waterways contribute to its charm and geographical uniqueness.
culture
Cultural diversity is a major feature of Abidjan, where a multitude of ethnic groups and languages coexist peacefully. This diversity is reflected in the gastronomy, art, music and festivals that offer a rich mix of traditions and customs.
Points of interest
Abidjan is dotted with tourist attractions such as St Paul's Cathedral, the Riviera Golf Mosque, the Plateau (business centre), the Treichville district (known for its lively nightlife), the Banco Park, the Cocody Market, and many others.
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Félix Houphouët Boigny stadium
History of the Architectural Concept
As Côte d'Ivoire's most emblematic stadium, the Félix Houphouët Boigny Stadium represents a significant challenge and a heavy responsibility. Its location in the Plateau, surrounded by buildings and structures such as St. Paul's Cathedral and the new Cocody Bay Bridge, means that it has to be geographically and symbolically connected to its surroundings.
The deeper meaning of design choices
The New Facade
The new stadium façade is designed to capture the movement and festivity present in the traditional fabrics of Côte d'Ivoire and Africa. It wraps around the existing building, acting as a cultural and social symbol. The design aims to create visual permeability while establishing a strong relationship with the city, bringing the public closer to the events.
A new icon for Abidjan
The distinctive architectural language of the facility transforms the Stade Félix Houphouët-Boigny into a new icon for the city of Abidjan and the Ivory Coast. By incorporating international standards, a modern approach and environmental awareness, the stadium becomes more than just a sports venue, but rather a significant contribution to the cultural identity and sustainable development of the region.
Technical Data
The Stade Félix Houphouët-Boigny, located on the Boulevard de la République in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire, is a true sporting icon that embodies the passion and commitment to sport in the region. With an impressive capacity of 27,766, the stadium is the venue of choice for major sporting events and historic moments that bring together enthusiastic crowds.
Technical information
Boulevard de la République à Abidjan
27 766 places
De la bâtie
26 000 m2
Total du site
68 320 m2
De la toiture
16 115 m2
27.80 m
167 m/ 260 m
Innovation technique et technologique
Compliance with FIFA standards, including the guarantee of appropriate sound pressure levels and the ineligibility of the public seated in the stands, is ensured by the use of loudspeakers installed on the roof walkway. These loudspeakers are selected for their ability to generate high sound pressure levels and offer controlled directivity, determined by an electroacoustic study using EASE software.
Giant screens (x2)1 LED technology: R/G/B DIP3462.
Dimensions: 15.36 m x 6.14 m (94 m 2 )3. Resolution: 368,640 pixels (P16)4.
Brightness: 7,500 nits
Perimeter advertising screen1. LED technology: R/G/B SMD2727.2.
Size: 246.4 m x 0.90 m (221.76 m 2 )3. Resolution: 2217,600 pixels (P10)4.
Brightness: 5,500 nits
The solution adopted to optimise space in a centralised city centre location, where space availability is limited, was to create an underground parking facility. In addition, this underground structure took into account regulatory constraints, ensuring direct and secure access to the changing rooms for athletes.
This is the installation of a solar photovoltaic system for self-consumption, comprising 342 panels of 400 Wp each and an efficiency of 20%, which will inject the energy produced into the T.G.B.T.N/S, for instant consumption. The total installed power will be 136.80 kWp.
Stadium photo library
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It is with great enthusiasm and a deep sense of pride that we present this captivating book on the construction of stadiums in Côte d'Ivoire in the run-up to the prestigious Africa Cup of Nations 2024.
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