The Sphere, formerly known as the MSG Sphere, opened to the public in September 2023, becoming the world's largest spherical structure. Located off the Las Vegas Strip next to the Venetian resort, it was announced in 2018, designed by Populous, and is owned by Sphere Entertainment Co. Standing at 34 meters in height and 157 meters in width, the $2.3 billion venue boasts a 580,000-square-foot LED display on its exterior. Designed internally by MSG Entertainment and Icrave, the 875,000-square-foot space features an 18,000-seat theater with a massive 16K LED screen, providing a highly immersive experience with technological enhancements, including a 167,000-speaker array and haptic features in seats.
Las Vegas Sphere: Impact on Urban Design
Las Vegas Sphere: Impact on Urban Design
Las Vegas Sphere: Impact on Urban Design
The Sphere, formerly known as the MSG Sphere, opened to the public in September 2023, becoming the world's largest spherical structure. Located off the Las Vegas Strip next to the Venetian resort, it was announced in 2018, designed by Populous, and is owned by Sphere Entertainment Co. Standing at 34 meters in height and 157 meters in width, the $2.3 billion venue boasts a 580,000-square-foot LED display on its exterior. Designed internally by MSG Entertainment and Icrave, the 875,000-square-foot space features an 18,000-seat theater with a massive 16K LED screen, providing a highly immersive experience with technological enhancements, including a 167,000-speaker array and haptic features in seats.