The 25th IAKS Congress proved highly successful in presenting pioneering projects focusing on global trends in sports and leisure facility construction. Over the four days of the Congress, 48 experts presented architectural and operational solutions for top athletic performance, health awareness and an active lifestyle. Some 400 participants from 39 countries attended presentations on various topics, including the increasing significance of the multifunctionality of exercise venues for lifestyle activities, a stronger focus on universal design suitable for the disabled in line with ageing society, and the obligation towards sustainable construction for the achievement of climate protection goals.

The event established many lasting connections, presented new ideas and created exciting perspectives for the entire sports facility industry. For your personal follow-up or if you have missed any session you are interested in, you may enjoy the retroperspective. The summing-up starts with day 1.

2017 IAKS congress - audience looking to stage

photo: IAKS