Autodesk becomes the official design and manufacturing platform of the Los Angeles 28 Olympic and Paralympic Games

Autodesk's Design and Make platform will support LA28's "no new permanent locations" plan: a commitment to building the LA28 footprint by adapting existing infrastructure or building temporary infrastructure.

For Andrew Anagnost, president and CEO of Autodesk: “Autodesk technology is used every day to design and build a better world. That's why we're thrilled to be the official design and manufacturing platform for the LA28. Our partnership will enable Autodesk software to do more than ever before. Together with LA28, we will help prepare Los Angeles not only for a 29-day celebration, but also strengthen the greater Los Angeles community by committing to our shared vision of a more sustainable Games. »

LA28 and Autodesk to design and produce the Olympic and Paralympic Games without new permanent venues

Autodesk solutions will help renovate the more than 40 competition and major non-competitive venues in Southern California that will make up the LA28 Games footprint, including the LA Memorial Coliseum. Autodesk solutions will play a vital role in this, with their technology helping to shorten timelines, reduce costs and integrate sustainable design principles throughout the project.

For Casey Wasserman, president of LA28: “Autodesk software is part of the LA28 story: the behind-the-scenes technology that brings our vision of the LA28 Games to life. Together, we will develop the right plan to support 12 to 15 million ticketed fans in such a short period of time. We are honored to have Autodesk on board for the next four years as we embark on our shared commitment to innovative design that can serve as a precedent for many Games to come. »

Over the next four years, LA28 will use Autodesk solutions, including Autodesk Construction Cloud, as a central tool to facilitate better collaboration with thousands of critical stakeholders on site design, development and final delivery.

LA28 will use Autodesk solutions and building information modeling (BIM) tools to bring an ambitious site plan to life, and Autodesk will provide consultative support to help LA28 meet its delivery and sustainability plan.

For Amy Bunszel, executive vice president of architecture, engineering and construction solutions at Autodesk: “At Autodesk, we believe that the most sustainable building is one that is already built. That’s why we’re excited about LA28’s ambitious project, which involves renovating existing structures to ensure sustainability is at the forefront of the LA28 Games venue plan. Over the next four years, our software will help set a new standard for creating a sporting event that intentionally designs, builds, repurposes and reuses existing venues. »

Beyond Building: Shaping a Lasting Legacy in Los Angeles

LA28 is committed to making a positive impact on the city and communities of Los Angeles. Autodesk's cross-industry expertise and relationships provide opportunities to unlock cumulative impact on the road to 2028. As a result, Autodesk will leverage its decades of experience creating the technology that powers the sustainable events of the future to support sustainable improvements to the Olympic and Paralympic Games and the metropolitan region.

• Creating a sustainable future through circular, low-carbon design: Renovating existing buildings emits less carbon than constructing new buildings. With the built environment accounting for 42% of global carbon emissions*, renovation and adaptive reuse are increasingly crucial to creating a sustainable built environment. Autodesk provides the industry with the data and insights needed to accurately model existing buildings and simulate various renovation and adaptive reuse scenarios. This allows teams to evaluate and balance trade-offs related to energy and materials usage, significantly reducing carbon emissions from the built environment.
• Key Transportation Partnerships: LA28's partnership with Autodesk will support its collaboration with major public transportation agencies over the next four years in the Los Angeles region to empower residents, workers, businesses and 'others to travel reliably throughout the region. LA28 will use Autodesk software to assist in the design of key Games-related transportation elements and traffic control plans.

* Source: Architecture 2030