Hopkins Architects has finally been able to share the reality of its masterplan for Expo 2020 in Dubai after the global showcase opened – almost 12 months later than planned because of the coronavirus pandemic.

The practice’s three thematic districts for the event are petal-shaped and link to Expo 2020’s central plaza. Each district features a central thematic pavilion – linked to core themes of “mobility”, “opportunity” and “sustainability” – and individual national pavilions, including Es Devlin’s UK Pavilion.

Hopkins said the sections it masterplanned cover the largest built area of Expo 2020 and are home to 87 new permanent structures.

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