Tag: architecture in the olympics

  • From Olympic Medals to Monuments: the role of architecture

    From Olympic Medals to Monuments: the role of architecture

    Architecture has always been at the heart of the Olympic Games, even when it’s not directly competing for a medal, as was the case from 1912 to 1948. Architecture is the very visible, yet ‘invisible’ hand shaping the Olympic experience, transforming host cities into arenas of design innovation. The iconic structures of Olympic venues, competition…

  • Architecture in the Olympics: A Blast from the Past

    Architecture in the Olympics: A Blast from the Past

    From 1912 to 1948, the Olympic Games included five creative arts categories, with architecture taking center stage. The first competition kicked off at the 1912 Stockholm Games, with entries tasked with blending art and sport.