Mr Tickle Posted February 7, 2012 Report Share Posted February 7, 2012 I already thought Sky were sponsoring the velodrome, where did i hear that then?. I do like your Red Bull Aquatics Centre Rob he he. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lee Posted February 7, 2012 Report Share Posted February 7, 2012 I would agree that the Velodrome is probably the most aesthetically pleasing venue at the moment. However, I think that in legacy the real jewel in the crown will be the Aquatics Centre. I keep looking at the legacy plans and that glass will just look incredible and really bring this building alive once the wings are down. Can't wait! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lee Posted February 7, 2012 Report Share Posted February 7, 2012 Always Ultra Aquatics Centre Polo Olympic Stadium Diego Maradonna Handball Arena Ronseal Rhubard Velodrome (I know, I couldn't think - doh!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob2012 Posted March 8, 2012 Report Share Posted March 8, 2012 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob2012 Posted March 15, 2012 Report Share Posted March 15, 2012 From the brilliant Jason Hawkes again: and a shot of Wembley as well http://www.telegraph.co.uk/property/propertypicturegalleries/9145600/The-powerhouse-of-London-at-night-aerial-photographs-by-Jason-Hawkes.html?frame=2168457 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob2012 Posted March 16, 2012 Report Share Posted March 16, 2012 Shooting venue: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
walei Posted March 17, 2012 Report Share Posted March 17, 2012 ^ That is one ugly venue. Reminds me of diseased corals, and cheese. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bgdrewsif Posted March 17, 2012 Report Share Posted March 17, 2012 reminds me of a bunch of sphincters... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
afiqnadzir Posted March 17, 2012 Report Share Posted March 17, 2012 it call "avant garde"..good job london! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lee Posted March 17, 2012 Report Share Posted March 17, 2012 It certainly raises a smile from me. It would be different if it were permanent, but it isn't. A striking building like this is fun and exactly what is needed from a temporary building. The only question now is it's practical use. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob2012 Posted March 17, 2012 Report Share Posted March 17, 2012 Yep, completely temporary. This venue has had vritually no coverage, I certainly haven't seen it on TV yet in any news or sports reports. I doubt many people even here in the UK know about it. It's going to come as a real surprise when people do see it on TV this year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adrianme17 Posted March 18, 2012 Report Share Posted March 18, 2012 Loving it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brekkie Boy Posted March 18, 2012 Report Share Posted March 18, 2012 Love that shooting venue. And in the shots of the Olympic Park on the last page the Aquatics Centre now out uglies the Tower of Boris - those temporary wings are so obviously an after thought. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob2012 Posted March 20, 2012 Report Share Posted March 20, 2012 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Tickle Posted March 20, 2012 Report Share Posted March 20, 2012 Beautiful pictures Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Durban Sandshark Posted March 20, 2012 Report Share Posted March 20, 2012 Very interesting. Does resemble corals somewhat but I would add those Duplo and Lego blocks when I was a kid. Helps London stand out. Too bad it is temporary. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob2012 Posted March 30, 2012 Report Share Posted March 30, 2012 Hockey venue coming on, looks like floodlights have gone up over the past couple of days: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hiroamorim Posted April 2, 2012 Report Share Posted April 2, 2012 water polo venue's ready Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lee Posted April 2, 2012 Report Share Posted April 2, 2012 Here's an article on the completion with some more pics. http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/olympics/water-polo/9181116/London-2012-Olympics-Water-Polo-Arena-construction-completed.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Durban Sandshark Posted April 3, 2012 Report Share Posted April 3, 2012 Water polo venue looks very nice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deawebo Posted April 3, 2012 Report Share Posted April 3, 2012 I really like the waterpolo arena what about the OV, is it finished? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Tickle Posted April 3, 2012 Report Share Posted April 3, 2012 OOOh no shard pattern in the seating though, but it does look good Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevzz Posted April 3, 2012 Report Share Posted April 3, 2012 The pics are confusing.The first picture shows there's seating to both ends of the pool. And the other shows just a wall on one end. Is there 2 pools in the venue? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Tickle Posted April 3, 2012 Report Share Posted April 3, 2012 There must be, its a warm up pool I suppose Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevzz Posted April 3, 2012 Report Share Posted April 3, 2012 I just read, yes there are 2 pools one warm up and one competition. I like the stark interior, grey blue and black. The black seating block is a good contrast to the colourful shards of most venues. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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