Xdome

The project signed by Superlimão for XDome, a large electronic games – or e-sports – arena, was created with the goal of delivering an interactive space that would become a reference for the gaming universe. The goal is to tell its history and evolution from arcades, through consoles (and the tradition of ‘playing on the couch’), arcades, culminating in the main stage for virtual games. Located in Shopping Metrô Santa Cruz, in São Paulo, the space is changeable and versatile to meet the variety of uses according to need: open to the general public of game fans; training of professional teams; and even competitions and special events. The development of the large arena is inspired by the classic duality suggested by games, in the dispute of “good versus evil”, of the dispute between two teams. Spatially, the antagonism is represented by strong elements that mark this contrast and create the sensation of a tunnel, which gradually reveals the arena. At the entrance, on one side appear simple, smooth, well-lit shapes with a minimalist touch. On the other side, the antagonistic, prismatic, cut-out, dark and heavy form. The raw element on the right houses the reception, arcades, console area and, upon reaching the double-height area, the ‘HQ’ of Final Level, a gaming entertainment platform. With a glass enclosure to maintain interaction with the audience in the arena, the Final Level HQ was a space specially created for live-streaming and content generation. The lighter element on the left houses the Redragon equipment and peripherals store, a broadcast booth and team training areas. Interactivity and mobility, which allow for easy changes of scenery, are important highlights of the space’s technology. In addition to the addressable lighting, which, by enabling different compositions and colors, becomes a fundamental element in the development of the concept. The furniture, specially designed by Superlimão for the XDome, is a key piece for the space’s versatility. Equipped with casters, the mobile tables hold all the necessary structure for computers and peripherals, and can be easily moved around the arena as needed. The wiring comes from the structure mounted on the ceiling, leaving the floor free of power outlets to make the positioning of the stations flexible, with their equipment easily plugged in and unplugged. The solution makes the furniture extremely practical and, at the same time, provides safety in the care and handling of the equipment. Finally, to crown the arena, the dome was created: a dome that references stages of major competitions and concentrates the stations with the computers. The various lighting options are designed in it, which make the space more dynamic.