Leinster Rugby have revealed designs for the redevelopment of the RDS.

"The redeveloped capacity of 25,000 in a purpose-built venue will provide greater opportunities for our supporters and commercial operations," said Leinster chief executive, Mick Dawson.

"Gate revenue is a significant feature of our current business model. At the moment we have a section of terrace for supporters and though the final plans are not yet complete, we hope to have a terraced section in the new stadium to accommodate people who prefer this. Though the majority of supporters will be seated."

A Leinster press release added: "A consortium of architect firms, Dublin-based Newenham Mulligan Architects and London-based Grimshaw Architects, has won the international design competition for the multimillion-euro redevelopment of the RDS Arena.

"The RDS, with Leinster Rugby, will work to complete the design of a world class RDS Arena that will host professional rugby matches, equestrian sports, music concerts and other appropriate sporting opportunities as they arise.

"Leinster Rugby will continue to play their home games as normal during the redevelopment of the RDS Arena which is expected to begin in 2016."

Below are the artist's impressions released by Leinster Rugby of the development plans.