Tokyo 2020 Olympic Stadium (Japan National Stadium) BIM Implementation

Tokyo 2020 Olympic Stadium designed by renowned architect Kengo Kuma is prime example of BIM in action. Project utilized BIM for design coordination clash detection and construction management. BIM helped streamline construction process ensuring stadium was completed on time and within budget. Stadium cost 157 billion yen ($1.4B USD) with 68000-seat capacity completed 2019 construction began December 2016. Designed by Kengo Kuma Azusa Sekkei and Taisei Corporation. Features large roof eaves encourage air circulation oval-shaped design three tiers of seats beneath partially covered roof made from steel and latticed wood. Sourced 70000+ cubic feet timber from each of Japan’s 47 prefectures. Design inspired by Tokyo’s Edo-period temples.