Business Details
27 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Sports & Entertainment Facility Design Solutions
Established in 1999, Sport Concepts is a specialist architectural practice dedicated to designing sports and entertainment facilities. Our directors have led over 250 international projects, including iconic public assembly venues across six continents. We focus on creating revenue-optimised, cost-efficient buildings that prioritise spectator experience through comprehensive services spanning feasibility studies to building handover.Our consultancy division provides technical reviews, Olympic event planning, and expert witness services, leveraging global best practices to empower clients throughout the project lifecycle. With a team of experienced directors, we combine innovative design, sustainability, and technical expertise to deliver tailored solutions for permanent and temporary sports infrastructure worldwide.
Services
Architectural design
Consultancy services
Stadia design
Event planning
Masterplans
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- 25+ years' experience in international sports facility design
- Portfolio of 250+ iconic global projects
- Comprehensive architectural and consultancy services
- Client-focused approach to revenue optimisation
- Expertise in Olympic and major event planning
Services
Architectural design
We create innovative sports and entertainment facilities optimising revenue and operational efficiency. Our services cover feasibility studies, concept design, and construction supervision for stadia, arenas, and temporary venues. With expertise in international projects, we ensure spectator experience remains central to every design solution.
Consultancy services
Our consultancy provides expert guidance on sports facility development. Services include technical reviews, Olympic event planning, client representation, and expert witness testimony. We support clients through all project stages, applying global best practices to ensure successful delivery of complex sports infrastructure projects.
Stadia design
Specialist design for football, cricket, and multi-use stadia. We create iconic venues balancing spectator capacity, safety, and revenue generation. Recent projects include Baghdad Stadium and alternative Wembley designs, demonstrating our ability to deliver context-specific solutions meeting international standards.
Event planning
We design temporary and permanent facilities for major sporting events. Our Olympic and super-event expertise includes masterplanning, bid preparation, and overlay requirements for federations. This ensures venues remain adaptable for future use while meeting immediate event demands.
Masterplans
We develop comprehensive sports campus and city masterplans integrating sustainability and long-term viability. Projects like Glasgow National Indoor Arena and Singapore Sports Masterplan demonstrate our ability to create cohesive, future-proofed environments that enhance urban landscapes and community engagement.
People
Michael Lischer
Director
FAIA-registered architect with extensive global experience in sports facility development. Leads Olympic and super-event masterplanning, focusing on revenue optimisation and spectator experience enhancement through innovative design solutions.
Mike Smith
Director
Specialist in UK and international sports facility design with expertise in temporary structures and event overlay requirements. Provides technical leadership on federation standards and venue adaptability for multi-use applications.
Simon Loring
Director
Design principal responsible for innovation and sustainability in all projects. Led Glasgow National Indoor Arena design, maintaining high architectural standards through detailed design phases while ensuring environmental considerations are integrated.
Questions
What specialisms do Sport Concepts offer?
We specialise in architectural design and consultancy for sports and entertainment facilities, including stadia, arenas, masterplans, and temporary event infrastructure.
How many projects have you completed?
Our portfolio includes over 250 international projects across six continents, including iconic venues like Spartak Stadium and London Olympic facilities.
Do you work on Olympic projects?
Yes, we provide Olympic and major event consultancy, including bid preparation, masterplanning, and technical reviews for international competitions.
What sustainability approach do you take?
We integrate sustainable design principles in all projects, focusing on energy efficiency, material selection, and long-term venue viability while maintaining high architectural standards.
Can you handle both design and construction phases?
Yes, our services span feasibility studies through to building handover, with on-site supervision ensuring design integrity throughout the construction process.
