It’s a commonly held belief that renovation of an existing stadium will cost less than constructing a new one. But, as Rider Levett Bucknall’s Peter Knowles explains, things are not always so simple
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Gavin Wheeldon, CEO of Purple, details how improving in-stadia technology can turn passion into profit
A first-of-its-kind putting stadium in Las Vegas required an innovative temporary venue structure tailored to suit the needs of the sport
Stadium operators are wising up to the need for increased water efficiency. Klaus Reichardt, CEO and founder of Waterless, details the methods some facilities are using to scale back consumption
Once an often-overlooked aspect of stadium design, lighting is now offering venues multiple opportunities to redefine the fan experience
As urban spaces for sport and leisure become increasingly difficult to secure, local authorities and private investors will soon need to take an innovative approach to utilizing existing plots, explains Gary Johnson, director of sport and leisure at LK2 Architects
The STMA’s Environmental Committee chair Jimmy Simpson reveals why recognizing industry efforts to be environmentally responsible is important.
Kat Steinberg, associate director for sports and events at Movement Strategies, explains how standing in stadia has evolved, and underlines the value of gathering and analyzing crowd event data
Chris Gill, risk management expert at QBE Business Insurance, discusses the unique challenge of preparing stadia for major sporting events
A ranking of stadia in the MLS, while drawing welcome attention to the sport, seems a little skewed