Olympic Steps
VolkerFitzpatrick constructs new Olympic Steps at the National Stadium, Wembley Park.
- National Stadium’s existing pedway structure removed
- Construction of new, grand set of 48 steps
- Approx. 4,500m3 of concrete demolished and removed in five days
- 550 tonnes of structural steelwork erected in six days
- Installation of precast concrete, specialist waterproofing, cabling, a stainless steel drainage channel and in situ granite paving
- 36 glass rooflights pre-installed within precast units on ‘Olympic Landing’ at top of steps
- 14 lamp columns
- 60 illuminated handrails
A fitting entrance to the National Stadium, the Olympic Steps mark a new chapter in the evolution of Wembley Park, replacing the old pedway. This elegant new public space celebrates Wembley Park’s history, embraces its future and will be a welcome new space for the residents of Wembley Park and the millions more who will visit the neighbourhood to work, shop and play.
James Saunders, chief executive of Quintain