In the 100 years since its original construction, Centre Court has been expanded, modified and upgraded with ever-increasing amounts of technology to ensure it remains the centrepiece of The Championships. KSS’s brief was to enhance the appearance and functionality of the inner bowl and court surrounds, thereby bringing everything together with a unified design that enriches the court’s heritage and atmosphere.
KSS’s brief was to improve the appearance and functionality of the inner bowl and court with a unified design that enriches Centre Court’s heritage, elevates its atmosphere and celebrates its centenary.
KSS expanded the court, added new seating on either side of the Royal Box, extended the court wall, elevated accessible seating for wheelchair users and companions in the lower tier and upgraded the commentary box. The most significant feature is a new player entrance, a central reveal which creates a direct route from the Clubhouse onto the court.
As part of the design process, KSS looked at the 1920s drawings for the Centre Court and images provided by the Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum. This inspired the reintroduction of the original balustrade detailing to the elevations at the north and south of the court. A section of the old pattern was moulded and re-cast as part of the new enhancement works.
“KSS continue to be our partner architect and designer since the successful completion of the No.1 Court redevelopment. Their continued support, involvement and guidance in the improvements for the Centenary of Centre Court and the reimagined umpire’s chair revealed at The Championships 2022 ensures Wimbledon’s status as the premier Grand Slam event.”
Robert Deatker, Estate Director, AELTC