Dracula Land Arena

Dracula Land Arena is a multifunctional venue designed for flexibility, precision and performance. The project responds to the growing need for urban infrastructure that can host large-scale events in one coherent architectural system. Sports, concerts and digital competitions can all take place within the same spatial framework, without compromising visibility, acoustics or circulation.

The form follows a radial geometry that organizes audience, athletes, media and logistics on distinct routes. Each path operates independently, ensuring safety and clear movement at all times. The arena accommodates 22,500 visitors with compact tiers, providing direct sight lines to the central field. The lower levels contain training, service and technical areas, while upper levels integrate food zones, lounges and control rooms.

The envelope uses glass and aluminum layers to filter light and maintain thermal balance. The roof combines steel trusses, lighting grids and acoustic panels, forming a unified technical shell that supports quick event transformation. Retractable seating and mobile partitions allow rapid reconfiguration of the space.

Green terraces and observation decks extend the arena’s public role. Controlled ventilation, water reuse and energy-efficient lighting ensure sustainable operation. Each component was designed for clarity and purpose, resulting in a system that performs under pressure and adapts to change.

Dracula Land Arena expresses a pragmatic architectural vision built on movement, light and human experience.

An architectural vision by Razvan Barsan Partners.

Project name: Dracula Land Arena
Project type: Sports and cultural arena
Location: Brașov, Romania
Site area: 100,000 sqm
Built area: 60,000 sqm
Seating capacity: 22,500
Structure: Reinforced concrete and steel frame
Envelope materials: Glass and aluminum panels
Roof system: Integrated structural grid with acoustic and lighting equipment
Sustainability features: Natural ventilation, rainwater reuse, energy-efficient lighting
Parking: Approx. 1,200 spaces
Project status: Concept / Designed
Design team: Răzvan Bârsan Partners
Project year: 2024