Synopses & Reviews
This completely updated third edition is an essential design guide for those responsible for designing and providing new stadia and also making major alterations to existing buildings. Stadia are one of the most exciting building types; designed well, they can enhance and provide a comfortable venue for great occasions. One new chapter for this edition - 'Stadia and Tourism' looks at this modern, very interesting aspect of stadia.
This authoritative and comprehensive guide to stadia design will be invaluable to those responsible for the provision of new stadia or refurbishment. Both authors have been involved in the design of stadia, arenas and grandstands for many years and this book reflects their wealth of experience and expertise.
* Learn from the knowledge of this well-known author team: Rod Sheard is Senior Vice President of HOK + LOBB Sport, Leisure and Entertainment Architects
* International appeal, worldwide case studies, including the new Wembley
* Highly illustrated, covering all technical aspects in detail, includes a section on 'Stadia and Tourism'
Review
Review for previous edition:
'Owners, managers and users should take the trouble to read it.' Mark Webb
Review of this edition:
'...well written, well presented and represents an excellent all-round guide to all aspects of stadium design and development.' James W. Froggatt, Building Engineer
Review
Review for previous edition:
'Owners, managers and users should take the trouble to read it.' Mark Webb
Review of this edition:
'...well written, well presented and represents an excellent all-round guide to all aspects of stadium design and development.' James W. Froggatt, Building Engineer
Review
nt.' James W. Froggatt, Building Engineer
Review
br>
Review of this edition:
'...well written, well presented and represents an excellent all-round guide to all aspects of stadium design and development.' James W. Froggatt, Building Engineer
Synopsis
A stadium is one of the most exciting building types of the 1990s. Written by very well-known authorities on stadia design, this completely updated third edition is an essential design guide for those responsible for designing and providing new stadia and also making major alterations to existing buildings. A new chapter for this edition, "Stadia and Tourism", looks at this modern, interesting aspect of stadia. 95 illus.; 50 photos.
Synopsis
This completely updated third edition is an essential design guide for those responsible for designing and providing new stadia and also making major alterations to existing buildings. Stadia are one of the most exciting building types; designed well, they can enhance and provide a comfortable venue for great occasions. One new chapter for this edition - 'Stadia and Tourism' looks at this modern, very interesting aspect of stadia.
This authoritative and comprehensive guide to stadia design will be invaluable to those responsible for the provision of new stadia or refurbishment. Both authors have been involved in the design of stadia, arenas and grandstands for many years and this book reflects their wealth of experience and expertise.
* Learn from the knowledge of this well-known author team: Rod Sheard is Senior Vice President of HOK + LOBB Sport, Leisure and Entertainment Architects
* International appeal, worldwide case studies, including the new Wembley
* Highly illustrated, covering all technical aspects in detail, includes a section on 'Stadia and Tourism'
Description
Includes bibliographical references (p. 256-257) and index.
Table of Contents
ood and beverage catering; Toilet provision; Retail sales; Circulation; The media; Administrative operations; Facilities for players and officials; Services; Maintenance; Operation and funding; Environmentally Sustainable; Appendix - Stadia briefing guide; Appendix - Video screens and electronic scoreboards; Case studies of recent stadia developments.