Science World Soccer Ball for FIFA World Cup

by Rebecca Bollwitt Tuesday, May 5th, 2026 — 10:46am PDT

Science World will soon be unveiled as “The Beautiful Dome,” a massive, 360-degree, 40-metre-diameter re-creation of the Adidas Trionda, the official match ball of the FIFA World Cup 2026™.

Science World Soccer Ball for FIFA World Cup

A nod to “The Beautiful Game,” this ambitious project is made up of 131 custom-shaped and sized panels that will cover the iconic geodesic dome. Installation of the Trionda design will begin on May 6th and take approximately four weeks to install (depending on weather conditions) with completion anticipated for early June.

Science World FIFA Match Ball — Rendering of Science World as The Beautiful Dome soccer ball, *provided by The Look Company*

To coincide with FIFA World Cup 2026™, Science World will host Soccer & Technology from the FIFA Museum, presented by the Province of British Columbia, which takes fans behind the scenes of the beautiful game, showing how innovation has shaped its continuing evolution. Making its North American debut, the exhibition runs from May 15 to September 7 and is part of a summer of celebration of science and sport at Science World.

“Forty years after it first welcomed the world at Expo 86, the dome that now houses Science World is proud to be part of another extraordinary moment in Vancouver’s history,” said Tracy Redies, President & CEO of Science World. “This unique installation is a bold feat of engineering and a testament to what is possible through creativity and collaboration. We are excited to welcome visitors from around the world and be part of an experience that will inspire and unite people.”

Trionda, meaning “three waves” in Spanish, pays homage to the three host countries. For the first time in FIFA World Cup history, Canada, Mexico and the United States are uniting to host the largest tournament ever. The ball’s design reflects this historic collaboration through unique, innovative features that symbolize connection across borders.

Designed to become one of the defining visual moments of FIFA World Cup 2026™, the transformation will create a backdrop for broadcast, digital storytelling, and visitor experiences.

The Look Company, originally founded in Canada in 1998, will oversee the installation. With their expertise in transforming retail and sport environments with innovative display solutions, the award-winning company was the ideal fit for this unique project.