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Puskás Aréna by KÖZTI Architects Wins Stadium of the Year 2019

architecture-design · 2026-06-04

In 2019, the Puskás Aréna in Budapest, crafted by KÖZTI Architects, received the title of 'Stadium of the Year' from Stadium Database. Spanning 208,000 m², this multifunctional facility stands as the largest and most advanced in Central Europe. Its geometric center is precisely aligned with the site of the former Népstadion (People's Stadium, constructed between 1948 and 1953), honoring the legacy of the historic venue that was demolished. Architect György Skardelli led the project, supported by a design team that included András Borbély, László Csízy, and others. Civil engineering was executed by BIM Design, while INTERIOR ONE handled interior design, and S73 Ltd. managed landscaping. György Palkó captured the arena's essence through photography.

Key facts

  • Puskás Aréna designed by KÖZTI Architects
  • Awarded 'Stadium of the Year' in 2019 by Stadium Database
  • Area: 208,000 m²
  • Geometric center aligns with former Népstadion (built 1948–1953)
  • Largest and most modern multifunctional venue in Central Europe
  • Architect in charge: György Skardelli
  • Photographs by György Palkó
  • Located in Budapest, Hungary

Entities

Artists

  • György Skardelli
  • András Borbély
  • László Csízy
  • Bálint Kelemen
  • Dávid Petri
  • Tímea Deichler
  • Éva Sára Varga
  • Viktória Weimper
  • Gellért Oszoli
  • Noémi Weinhandl
  • Dániel Farkas
  • Barna Bozsó
  • Imre Gurubi
  • Ádám Becker
  • György Palkó

Institutions

  • KÖZTI Architects
  • BIM Design
  • INTERIOR ONE
  • S73 Ltd.
  • Stadium Database

Locations

  • Budapest
  • Hungary

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