The Official Website of the Beijing 2008 Olympic GamesAugust 8-24 2008
Swimming LanesA strict temperature and humidity control system was built with recycled hot water to supply an air-conditioning system in the living area and the swimming pool. More>>
The StandsThe Games-time construction area is close to 80,000 square meters, containing 17,000 standard seats, including 6,000 permanent and 11,000 temporary seats. More>>
| Date | Event | |
| July 2003 | Design project settled | |
| Dec. 24, 2003 | NAC breaks ground | |
| May 2005 | Main concrete structure completed | |
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'Water Cube': green architectural wonderThe construction of the National Aquatics Center, or the "Water Cube," topped off on Jan. 28. The "Water Cube" was built in accordance with a water-saving design concept to be a gigantic green architectural wonder. [Full story]
'Water Cube' keeps comfortable humidity with no steamThe National Aquatics Center, dubbed "Water Cube," maintains spring-like warm temperatures with a comfortable level of humidity amid the city's chilly outdoor circumstances. [Full story]
The 'Water Cube': classic architecture to last 100 yearsTests have proven that the strength of the membrane structure of the National Aquatic Center can meet these stability requirements, even in bad weather conditions. such as hailstones. [Full story]
Magical ETFE membrane saves energy and cleans itselfSince the friction coefficient of the material is small, dust does not easily attach onto the structure. Even if dust does collect on it, as long as it rains, the surface is washed by rain water. [Full story]
Natural beauty of the 'Water Cube': A theoretical physics masterpieceOn April 10, 2006, a shiny, silver, square building stood next to the "Bird's Nest." Upon initial glances, people may not connect it to the National Aquatics Center ("Water Cube"), but after careful investigation, viewers will find that ... [Full story]
Billions of plating points act as beach umbrella for 'Water Cube'The Beijing Olympic Games are to be held in the summer. Will the strong sunshine make the "Water Cube" a hot "greenhouse bathing room"? How can super high temperatures and bright sunlight be avoided in the transparent Water Cube ... [Full story]
Easy to reach via roads and public transportTravel to and from the Olympic Green and other parts of the city will be extremely convenient via the various highways, expressways, and main and secondary roads that will connect the Olympic Green to the rest of the city. [Full story]
Insulation and ventilation keep temperatures pleasantIn the summer, a meter-high vent works to regulate the NAC's temperature indoors through heat exchange, by drawing indoor heat out of and cooler outdoor air into the venue. In the winter the vent is sealed off, and the warm indoor temperatures remain constant. [Full story]
