Designed by Populous’ interior design practice, Jump Studios, various unique spaces inside Co-op Live have been tailored specifically for music lovers. These include 41 bespoke bars, restaurants and lounges, as well as two club spaces. Located within the building’s main atrium and accessible to all visitors, The Street is at the heart of the venue’s hospitality, offering a space that encourages interaction across three levels. On the first floor, the Deck offers views into the atrium on the west side, with food and beverage units at either end. On the south side of the building, the concessions within the ground floor atrium can open onto a new canal-side public realm, which is accessible to both concertgoers and the public throughout the year.
Our landscape design strategy works on several levels to connect Co-op Live with its surroundings. At ground level, a prominent ‘green ring’ includes trees and a 400-metre green wall, significantly enriching biodiversity by providing a habitat for wildlife, including pollinators and endangered bees. The podium features a 45-metre, tiered timber terrace constructed from an environmentally friendly species of tree. Encircling the plaza, large steps of concrete provide plenty of outdoor seating options. Mature evergreen trees strategically placed along the perimeter act as a wind breaker, while the use of dark materials complement the arena’s facade.