Odis R. Sutterfield Jr., vice president of Bemo USA Corporation, describes the most recent innovations in the enclose industry, working on the New Doha International Airport in Qatar and why Chase Field is his favourite stadium in the world
Conrad Boychuk, senior director for recreation and venue development at CEI Architecture is a life-long sports fan with a passion for construction. Here, he explains the importance of spectator experience in sports stadia
Tensile membrane structures are the hottest trend in stadium roofing solutions. Bart Dreiling, president and co-owner of Structurflex USA, explains why
Robert Mankin, AIA, LEED AP, Partner, NBBJ, describes designing the first soccer-specific stadium in the US, examines the boom in amenities for fans and recounts his experience of renovating iconic venues
Mike Rogers, vice president, Smith Seckman Reid, explains the importance of sustainability in design, why VRV is gaining acceptance, and how SSR has learned how to do more with less
William Caruso's appetite for the catering industry has earned him an expert reputation. Here, he reveals why stadium planning and design is just his cup of tea
The crowning glory of the recently completed BC Place renovation is the world’s largest cable-supported retractable roof. Stadia Design & Technology Expo 2012 Conference speaker Andy Tallentire reveals more
The Texas Rangers Ballpark in Arlington has recently installed a digital media network from Daktronics, which has transformed the park into a state-of-the-art sports venue
Michele Roth, business development manager and marketing manager at Birdair, describes why renovation is big business, why tensile membrane roofing is increasing in popularity and how La Plata stadium is finally complete after 10 years on hold
Jeff Knapp, EVP, Sales CMO, Trans-Lux, delves into the origins of scoreboards, explains how LED lighting can be cost efficient and environmentally friendly, and tells us why Cowboys is his favourite stadium
Frans Adriaansen, design engineering service team leader of the Specialty Film & Sheet business at SABIC’s Innovative Plastics business unit, reveals why environmental responsibility is of paramount importance and how plastics can be used to increase energy efficiency
Craig J. Schmitt, principal of EwingCole, explains the company's beginnings in racetrack design, why trust is a crucial part of a successful project and how new technologies are changing stadium design for the better
The New Orleans skyline was transformed last October, as Martin Professional and Soloman Group put on an unforgettable light show at the Mercedez-Benz Superdrome
Max Rich, director of sales at Audience Systems Ltd, discusses the trends emerging in stadium seating, why flexibility in function is important and how VIPs are increasingly impacting design considerations
Ian R. Wolfe, principal of Acoustical Design Group, Inc., discusses a major roof replacement project, ways to maximise patron experience and the development of personalised technology that controls what individuals see and hear at events
Mark Josten, P.E., LEED AP - Senior Construction Manager, PCL Construction Enterprises, Inc., explains how diversity in expertise, employee pride and risk mitigation make for successful project completion in difficult economic times
Following the release of UEFA's extremely comprehensive Guide to Quality Stadiums, Stadia speaks to Thierry Favre, head of UEFA National Associations Development, about the association's vision for the future development of successful and sustainable stadia worldwide
Mark A. Williams, AIA, LEED AP, Principal, Director of Business Development, HKS Sports & Entertainment Group, discusses the essential elements of contemporary stadium design, why technology is the future and how destinations can be made memorable
Jeroen Steenbakkers, sales manager at INCONTROL Simulation Solutions, explains how stadia usage is changing, how crowd simulation technology is developing and how an increased focus on safety is impacting the design of EURO 2012 stadia
Steven Korian, EVP of Sports and Entertainment at IOMEDIA, addresses marketing challenges, innovative ticketing solutions and the digital future of stadia
John Brasch, general manager – Quest Division, NCR Corporation, discusses how customer service in stadia is improving, why acquisition has been a positive thing, and how loyalty is paying off for Tampa Bay Lightning fans
David Ward, regional manager at Redealli Engineering, discusses some of the company’s recent success stories, why he loves Wembley Stadium – and how the Italian structural engineering expert became a record breaker
Jennifer Chiles from eps america charts some of the company’s recent success stories in the field of protective ground coverings and other crowd safety products
Sport+Markt’s Maria Walsh provides an exclusive insight into her Global Stadium Operators’ Survey
Ellerbe Becket's managing principal Stephen J. Duethman on the Barclays Center and the latest design trends
Skanska's Thomas J Webb previews the company's visit to Stadia Design & Technology Expo 2011 in Los Angeles
Carlos de La Corte is an architect and leading technical consultant for stadium design for the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil, charged with liaising with FIFA.
Regeneration and stadia developments: Why here? Why now? Why this scheme?
Lonas Lorenzo outlines its award-winning work on the Francisco Sánchez Rumoroso Stadium in Coquimbo, Chile
Syngenta describes how Primo MAXX has helped the turf at Melbourne’s Etihad Stadium to overcome the challenges of a retractable roof


Odis R. Sutterfield Jr., vice president of Bemo USA Corporation, describes the most recent innovations in the enclose industry, working on the New Doha International Airport in Qatar and why Chase Field is his favourite stadium in the world
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Conrad Boychuk, senior director for recreation and venue development at CEI Architecture is a life-long sports fan with a passion for construction. Here, he explains the importance of spectator experience in sports stadia
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Tensile membrane structures are the hottest trend in stadium roofing solutions. Bart Dreiling, president and co-owner of Structurflex USA, explains why
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Robert Mankin, AIA, LEED AP, Partner, NBBJ, describes designing the first soccer-specific stadium in the US, examines the boom in amenities for fans and recounts his experience of renovating iconic venues
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Mike Rogers, vice president, Smith Seckman Reid, explains the importance of sustainability in design, why VRV is gaining acceptance, and how SSR has learned how to do more with less
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