Queen's Park Arena • Honourable Mention Glasgow Institute of Architects Competition Entry 2010 • Team: Nathaniel Kolbe, Lida Charsouli • Location: Glasgow, UK

The shell is a double-skin surface made with timber ribs and a glass-reinforced plastic skin. This skin protects against vandalism as it is able to resist graffiti, it is fire-resistant and provides a long-lasting smooth finish in harsh climates.