After Sarajevo was awarded the 1984 Games in 1978, venue construction and renovation took place between 1979 and 1983.

The budget for the inaugural Winter Games to be held in Innsbruck has been estimated at $22.5 million, which does not include infrastructure improvements and venue construction.

These committees included housing and maintenance, venue construction, finances, and media and advertising.

As the opening ceremonies approach - after years of venue construction and road improvements - it's too late to be anxious about our image.

Another concern with the Games was that venue construction had fallen behind.

A total of 37 contracts were issued for venue construction and renovation involving three different governmental ministries.

For the first time in Olympic history, environmental and sustainability issues were considered in venue construction.

That last point is crucial: Atlanta's venue construction was financed privately, from TV rights, sponsorships and licensing.

Any wood waste created from site clearing activities during venue construction was composted for reuse.

Environmental protection measures are being used in venue construction.