Features of the functional zoning of esports arenas taking into account the concepts of sustainable development of territories

Abstract The development and digitalisation of modern society have created the necessary preconditions for the emergence of new hobbies and sports. Esports has become an integral part of society and is officially recognised at the state level in several countries, including Ukraine. That is why the question arises of the emergence of esports arenas as a new type of architectural typology of public buildings and structures. This publication is devoted to studying the peculiarities of functional zoning of esports arenas, considering the concept of sustainable development of the territory. The article analyses existing esports arenas, computer clubs in the world and Ukraine, and approaches to the organisation and functioning of esports championships. The needs of players and spectators for creating a comfortable space and convenient functional planning of esports arenas are investigated, considering the concept of sustainable development of territories. The proposed solutions are analytical and conceptual, requiring a detailed development of constructive, architectural and design solutions, considering the current standards for public buildings and structures.