A case study of intelligent buildings: Manchester stadium

Chen, Z., Hong, J., Li, H. and Zu, Q. (2006) A case study of intelligent buildings: Manchester stadium. In: Proceedings of the Sixth International Conference for Enhanced Building Operations: Intelligent Stadia and Sports Buildings, Shenzhen, China.

Abstract/Summary

This paper provides a case study of the City of Manchester Stadium based on relevant literatures, based on a comprehensive description of multidisciplinary, cross-sectoral and future-oriented requirements and operations in the design of modern intelligent sports buildings. The successfulness of the City of Manchester Stadium gives constructive experience and knowledge for the building professions including architecture, building structure, building services, construction, and facilities management, etc. In addition, this paper is valuable for developing intelligent sports buildings in China.