Chiefs Name Kansas City-Based Populous as Lead Design Architect for New Training Facility and Headquarters in Olathe

The Kansas City Chiefs have selected Populous as the lead design architect for their upcoming training facility and team headquarters in Olathe, Kansas. This partnership marks a significant step forward in the organization's plan to establish a world-class home for their staff and football operations, with completion targeted for the 2031 season.

Populous brings deep experience in venue design to this project. Beyond the primary training facility, they will manage the master plan for the surrounding 155-acre site, which includes a mixed-use development. This effort involves coordinating layouts, pedestrian and vehicle traffic, and the overall visitor experience to match the high standards of the Chiefs organization.

Chiefs President Mark Donovan noted that the selection of a local firm underscores the team's commitment to the Kansas City area. Populous will work closely with Burns & McDonnell, who serves as the project's owner's representative, to ensure the facility meets the technical and operational needs of a modern professional football team.

The project is a central component of the team's broader infrastructure investment. With a budget of $300 million, the site will support the growth of the team's business operations and provide a daily environment designed to foster performance. Further details regarding the design, including visual renderings, are expected in the coming months.