London 2012 Olympic Handball Arena

Along with these Olympic events the goalball competition will take place at the venue during the Paralympics.

The form of the arena is a simple structural box housing the 2,750m² field of play which is surrounded by a multicoloured interior and a flexible system of retractable seating. Visitors will enter the arena via a glazed concourse level that encircles the building, offering views of the activity taking place within and illuminating the venue at night.

A 13,700m² back-of-house area includes catering, security and media facilities.

The facade is clad with sustainably-sourced copper, which will develop a rich natural patina as it ages. 88 light-pipes are incorporated in the roof, drawing natural light into the venue and a rainwater harvesting system will collect water from the roof.

In Legacy mode the building will be converted into a multi-sports community venue capable of seating up to 6,000 and offering a diverse range of indoor activities including basketball, badminton, boxing, martial arts, netball, table tennis, wheelchair rugby and volleyball. The arena will also include a health and fitness club and cafe for use by the local residents.