Designing Emotion: SoFi Stadium and the FIFA 2026 Experience
Architect Michelle Stevenson describes the ideas behind SoFi Stadium's design
As I exited the shuttle, an evening sea breeze washed over the parking lot, and I observed the pre-game bustle of the LA Chargers vs. the Pittsburgh Steelers. Fans buzzed with anticipation, many wore jerseys for either team, and roadside vendors grilled by the wayside.
Then it appeared. Emerging from the ground was a silvery metallic form, resembling part spaceship, part breaking wave. Mystery and awe at once.
In a city that creates epic films, I felt like I was in one. Upon entering SoFi Stadium, a cavernous space unfolded, reminiscent of California canyons, with trees and cliff-like overhangs. Walkways surrounded the stadium, with an open view of the action.
From field to roof, an open bubble of space created a sphere of activity, including an Infinity Screen video board, spanning 70,000 feet and comprising 80 million pixels. When AC/DC’s “THUN-DER” chant began to play, I knew I was in for a ride I wouldn’t forget. This wasn’t just a sporting event; it was the intersection of design, sports, and humanity.
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