Bernabéu Engineering – Pitch, Roof & Facade

The Bernabéu’s modernization engineered flexibility: football purity preserved while infrastructure adapts to concerts and multi‑media spectacles.

1) Retractable Pitch System

Sequence Overview

1. Pre‑event: turf segmented and lowered into controlled chamber.
2. Floor panels cover void creating flat event surface.
3. Post‑event: turf re‑elevated; trays rejoin; growth cycle resumes.

2) Roof Enclosure & Acoustics

• Lightweight yet stiff structural members manage span without excessive mass.
• Panel material chosen for reflective acoustic reinforcement—amplifies crowd energy.
• Integrated drainage funnels rainfall away from spectator zones.
• Retractable/operable elements optimize ventilation vs enclosure effects.

3) Facade LED Mesh

4) Environmental Systems

• Energy optimization through zoned HVAC; occupancy sensors reduce waste in unused suites.
• Rainwater management used partly for non‑potable operations.
• Turf growth lighting calibrated to minimize excess draw.
• LED efficiency: lumens per watt improvements vs legacy floodlighting.

5) Safety & Redundancy

Bottom Line

Mechanical modularity + digital facade logic position the Bernabéu as a blueprint for multi‑use stadiums: adaptable yet uncompromising in match atmosphere.