STOA PROJECTS

NRG Stadium

  • Architecture.
  • Building.
  • Commercial.
Lead Architect

HOK Architects

Location

Houston, Texas

Budget

$352 Million USD

Size

2 Million Square Feet

status

Completed (2002)

Description.

NRG Stadium is a state-of-the-art, multi-purpose venue in Houston, Texas, known for its retractable roof, modern design, and capacity to host major sporting and entertainment events.

NRG Stadium, located in Houston, Texas, is a 1.9-million-square-foot multi-purpose facility that serves as the home of the NFL’s Houston Texans and the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. Opened in 2002, it was the first NFL stadium to feature a retractable roof, supported by a steel truss system that allows for both open-air and climate-controlled events. With a seating capacity of over 72,000, the stadium includes luxury suites, club seating, and flexible configurations to accommodate football games, concerts, rodeos, and international events like the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup. Its architectural design emphasizes functionality, adaptability, and fan experience, making it one of the premier sports and entertainment venues in the country.

Features.

Retractable Roof Structure
An innovative architectural element featuring two massive retractable panels supported by a steel superstructure, allowing flexibility for indoor and outdoor events.
Modular Seating Design
The stadium’s seating bowl is designed for adaptability, enabling reconfiguration for football, rodeo, concerts, and international soccer.
Curtain-Wall Façade
The exterior incorporates glass and steel curtain walls, providing a modern aesthetic and natural light to interior concourses while maintaining energy efficiency.

Function.

NRG Stadium functions as a versatile venue designed to host professional sports, concerts, rodeos, and large-scale international events, serving as a major hub for entertainment and community gatherings in Houston.

2m sqft

Stadium.

This 2 million square feet stadium is home to the Houston Texans NFL team and is also used for various events such as the annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.

Project Teams

Principal Architect
Architect
Associate Architect
HOK Sport
Hermes Architects
STOA Archtiects
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