Marti Miralles Arquitectes
DeveloperENGESTUR S.A.
LocationCarretera de Canyet, Badalona
Project2014
Construction2015
Floor area8,391 m²
External consultants
AB Paisatgistes, S.L. (Landscaping)
The Paco Águila rugby pitch at the Badalona public sports facilities was not in a fit state for playing this sport. Badalona Town Council therefore wanted to update the facility and turn it into a benchmark ground for Catalan rugby, thereby strengthening the sport in this town. A pitch renovation was planned, to be ready in time for the 2015-16 season.
Maintenance is a very important factor in this project. Whilst not seeking to compete with top-level international pitches, the idea is a pitch that would be suitable to play on just a few days after finishing the works. A sandstone base layer is used to guarantee that the pitch is still suitable for play in the event of uneven wear and tear. The improvement consists of the renewal of the base layer, the turf and the integrated sprinkler system.
Maintenance is a very important factor in this project. Whilst not seeking to compete with top-level international pitches, the idea is a pitch that would be suitable to play on just a few days after finishing the works. A sandstone base layer is used to guarantee that the pitch is still suitable for play in the event of uneven wear and tear. The improvement consists of the renewal of the base layer, the turf and the integrated sprinkler system.