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Photo: Fenwick Iribarren Architects (FIA)

The upcoming Expo 2027 will take place in Belgrade, Serbia, from 15 May to 15 August 2027. With the theme “Play for Humanity” the event aims to celebrate the intersection of sports, music, and cultural exchange. This milestone event will feature an innovative design by Fenwick Iribarren Architects (FIA) in partnership with the engineering firm Massino Projekt.

The venue, spanning 170,000 square meters, is poised to be strategically located southwest of Belgrade, close to Nikola Tesla Airport and the Sava River. The design includes seven large exhibition pavilions intended for participating countries, various national pavilions, three thematic pavilions, and Serbia’s National Pavilion. These spaces will serve as the heart of the Expo, showcasing the event’s themes and hosting cultural displays.

A key aspect of the project is its commitment to sustainability and adaptability. After the Expo concludes, the large exhibition pavilions will be repurposed for concerts and performances, while smaller, external pavilions will be dismantled to create additional open spaces for the fairground. The architectural plan foresees a central square, featuring Serbia’s National Pavilion as its focal point, with wide, landscaped avenues connecting the other pavilions.

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Photo: Fenwick Iribarren Architects (FIA)

Sustainability is a cornerstone of the project, with green energy solutions such as solar and wind power integrated into the design. Advanced water treatment systems will also contribute to its eco-friendly approach, ensuring energy efficiency and a minimal environmental footprint.

The innovative nature of the design, comparable to FIA’s recyclable Stadium 974 in Qatar, played a significant role in Serbia’s successful bid to host Expo 2027. Belgrade triumphed over competing cities, including Malaga, thanks to this forward-thinking architectural vision that seamlessly blends functionality, aesthetics, and environmental responsibility.

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Photo: Fenwick Iribarren Architects (FIA)

This ambitious project highlights Fenwick Iribarren Architects’ ongoing leadership in creating sustainable, cutting-edge designs for global events, marking a significant milestone for both Serbia and the Expo movement.


Learn more about EXPO 2027 here

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