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Sports and Recreational Facilities

As major centers of social and economic importance across the world, sports facilities and recreational buildings need to be optimized to admit hundreds or thousands of people on a regular basis, as well as to meet the needs of whatever activity takes place in the facility. Whether you’re looking for just the right turf or the most comfortable stadium seating, designing and building these facilities can lead into ultra-specialized waters, and requires a delicate balance of expertise.

Sports and Recreational Facilities | Jul 20, 2016

San Diego’s waterfront redevelopment would go beyond a mere ‘project’

Its developers envision a thriving business, education, and entertainment district, highlighted by a huge observation tower and aquarium.

Sports and Recreational Facilities | Jul 20, 2016

Chicago Cubs unveil plans for premier fan club underneath box seats at Wrigley Field

As part of the baseball team’s larger stadium renovation project, the club will offer exclusive food, drinks, and seating.

Events Facilities | Jul 19, 2016

Houston architect offers novel idea for Astrodome renovation

Current plans for the Astrodome’s renovation turn the site into an indoor park and events space, but a Houston architect is questioning if that is the best use of the space

Sports and Recreational Facilities | Jul 18, 2016

Turner and AECOM will build the Los Angeles Rams’ new multi-billion dollar stadium project

The 70,000-seat stadium will be ready by the 2019 NFL season. The surrounding mixed-use development includes space for retail, hotels, and public parks.

Building Tech | Jul 14, 2016

Delegates attending political conventions shouldn’t need to ask ‘Can you hear me now?’

Each venue is equipped with DAS technology that extends the building’s wireless coverage.

Contractors | Jul 4, 2016

A new report links infrastructure investment to commercial real estate expansion

Competitiveness and economic development are at stake for cities, says Transwestern.

Sports and Recreational Facilities | Jun 9, 2016

Swimming may be returning to Melbourne’s polluted Yarra River… kind of

The addition of a pool to the Yarra may help improve people’s perception of the river and act as the impetus to an increase in support for improving its water quality.

Building Team Awards | May 23, 2016

'Greenest ballpark' proves a winner for St. Paul Saints

Solar arrays, a public art courtyard, and a picnic-friendly “park within a park" make the 7,210-seat CHS Field the first ballpark to meet Minnesota sustainable building standards.

Sports and Recreational Facilities | May 20, 2016

Texas Rangers announce plans for $1 billion retractable roof ballpark

The new stadium will replace Globe Life Park, which is only 22 years old.

 

Sports and Recreational Facilities | May 19, 2016

Audacy brings wireless lighting controls to Wrigley Field’s new clubhouse

The Audacy system uses a combination of motion sensors, luminaire controllers, light sensors, and switches that are all connected and coordinated by Gateways.

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