Leading architects have praised the designs of the Olympic Park's venues and the progress being made on construction, following a tour of the site.

Along with the architects who have worked on the individual venues and projects, experts and representatives from the world of design and architecture including CABE and RIBA, were invited to see the progress being made on the site.

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Lord Richard Rogers said: "The new Olympic Park will be a fantastic place and will help to regenerate east London. The designs show exciting sculptural form and will enhance the landscape."

Joanna Averley, Deputy Chief Executive of the Commission for Architecture and the Built Environment, said: "Seeing the project at this stage is an amazing celebration of British engineering, as well as British architecture - particularly the Olympic Stadium, Aquatics Centre and Velodrome, which will provide a lasting legacy for London."

(CD/JM)