Translucent Polycarbonate Architecture at Sport Arena Vienna | Rodeca

The Sport Arena Vienna—designed by Karl und Bremhorst Architekten—represents a major architectural and technological milestone for Austria’s sports infrastructure. Completed in 2025 on the site of the former Ferry Dusika Stadium, the building combines multifunctional usability, energy self-sufficiency, and a future-oriented façade concept.

Rodeca’s Contribution: 9,000 m² of Advanced Facade Technology
Rodeca GmbH supplied and engineered approximately 9,000 m² of translucent polycarbonate panels, establishing the outer shell that gives the arena its instantly recognizable identity.
These systems were selected for their ability to combine modern aesthetics, technical performance, and sustainability in one integrated solution.

Daylight as a Design Strategy
Rodeca’s multi-wall polycarbonate panels support the architects’ goal of creating a building that feels open, bright, and welcoming. The material’s inherent translucency ensures:

• Soft, glare-free daylight throughout the interior
• Even light distribution, enhancing comfort for athletes and spectators
• Visual permeability without compromising privacy or insulation

This daylight strategy significantly reduces the need for artificial lighting, contributing to the arena’s energy-autonomous operation.

Design Flexibility: Turning Architectural Vision Into Material Reality
The architectural team required a façade that could deliver both visual impact and technical performance. Rodeca’s systems provided the flexibility needed to realize this ambition.

Why Rodeca’s Polycarbonate System?

• Multiple textures and surface finishes for tailored light diffusion
• Range of colors enabling both neutral and expressive façade options
• High impact resistance suitable for a high-traffic sports venue
• Lightweight construction reducing structural load
• Excellent thermal insulation, supporting energy-efficient building operation

These characteristics allowed the façade to function as an aesthetic signature while meeting stringent functional requirements—from durability to energy management.

Sustainability as a Core Principle
The Sport Arena Vienna is designed for energy self-sufficient operations, and Rodeca’s facade solution directly supports this goal.

Key sustainable advantages of Rodeca’s system:

• Reduced energy consumption through optimized natural lighting
• Long lifespan and durability, decreasing maintenance needs
• Recyclable materials supporting circular construction practices
• Improved thermal performance, lowering heating demands

By integrating polycarbonate panels into the main envelope, the arena achieves a high standard of environmental performance without compromising architectural ambition.

A Multifunctional Hub for Vienna’s Sporting Future
The new arena brings a wide variety of sports and community uses under one roof. Rodeca’s façade contributes to a building that is:

• Visually iconic on the city skyline
• Flexible in its internal light and space management
• Efficient in everyday operations
• Built for long-term performance

This combination of design, functionality, and sustainability positions the Sport Arena Vienna as a model for modern sports architecture.