Project Description
Jeddah Tent is MDLBEASTS music and entertainment venue at King Abdulaziz Stadium in Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It stands as a flagship indoor facility for the largest entertainment enterprise in the Kingdom.
The primary structure features the distinctive "Wave Tent" aluminium arched roof structural system by IRMARFER, with an impressive 85.0 meters in width, 110.0 meters in length, and 25.0 meters in height.
To enhance the venue's aesthetics and harmonize it with the architectural design of the adjacent iconic stadium, Kollab Group Architects introduced a 25.0-meter free-standing facade wall around the tent. This 438.0-meter-long facade wall stands as an independent structure, encompassing approximately 10,500 square meters of wall surface featuring three-dimensional architectural panels and LED screens.
Apart from the main structure, the project included the construction of culvert crossings to facilitate access to the venue over the existing channel that traverses the entire plot.
The venue's infrastructure and power systems are seamlessly integrated into the primary infrastructure network of the Stadium, ensuring a permanent supply of power, water, and sewage services for the venue.
Project Challenges
RBG played a pivotal role in the Jeddah Tent project by providing comprehensive services and addressing various project challenges. RBG’s scope of services included:
- Design of Modular Facade Structural System: RBG designed modular structural framing solution which streamlined the construction of the facade wall and set a new standard for efficiency. Completing the wall construction, including design, coordination, and actual construction, in just four months was an extraordinary feat, significantly reducing the project's overall timeline.
- Structural System Review: RBG conducted a meticulous third-party review of the IRMARFER's "Wave Tent" structural system. During this process, we identified opportunities for minor modifications and strengthening solutions, resulting in a significant improvement in the structure's rigging capacity by approximately 30%.
- Foundation Design: RBG took charge of designing the foundations for both the Tent structure and the superstructure of the facade wall. This involved ensuring the structural integrity of these elements and coordinating construction efforts on-site.
- Infrastructure Design: As a significant part of their role, RBG served as the primary Civil Engineering Consultant responsible for designing the permanent infrastructure, including potable water and sewage systems. They expertly integrated these systems into the stadium network, ensuring reliable and long-term functionality.
- Storm-Water Study: RBG conducted a comprehensive storm-water study to address drainage and water management concerns, ensuring the venue's resilience in various weather conditions.
- Culvert Crossings: In response to the need for seamless access, RBG designed and implemented five culvert crossings, enhancing connectivity to the venue.
- Electrical Infrastructure: In collaboration with SMEC, RBG assisted in developing the design for the permanent electrical infrastructure, ensuring the venue's access to a permanent power supply system.
Added Value
RBG delivered efficient design solutions that enhanced construction programme.
- Our innovative approach to engineering led to the identification of opportunities for enhancing IRMARFER's proprietary structural system. By significantly improving its structural performance, RBG contributed to the venue's safety and durability, ensuring it could withstand the demands of various events and activities.
- Our adaptive problem-solving skills proved invaluable in addressing constantly evolving challenges throughout the construction phase. Our ability to adapt and find solutions in real-time helped maintain project momentum and overcome unforeseen obstacles, keeping the project on track.
- RBG played a critical role in facilitating effective coordination between different stakeholders involved in the project (including King Abdulaziz Sports City management and the Ministry of Sports) which helped streamline the approval process, ensuring that the project complied with all necessary regulations and met the expectations of key decision-makers.