Architecture should add to the drama of an event, by doing so, it can encourage repeat usage and positive association with the facility. Architecture can do this in many ways, from large gestures such as the overall design down to the small gestures, like the quality of its finishes.

Jim Heverin

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The real challenge for the stadium has been agreeing an acceptable construction cost against the backdrop of steep annual increases in construction costs in Tokyo and a fixed deadline.

This particular stage of a project is challenging as the cost is being discussed before the benefit is clearly described and understood, as well as continuing to work with the team to ensure the stadium is delivered cost-effectively, we aim to describe in a lot more detail the design for the new National Stadium, which will be a fantastic new home for sport in Japan.