Stadia: A Design and Development Guide - Softcover

John, Geraint; Sheard, Rod

 
9780750645348: Stadia: A Design and Development Guide

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. You can learn from the knowledge of this well-known author team: Rod Sheard is Senior Vice President of HOK + LOBB Sport, Leisure and Entertainment Architects. It has an international appeal, worldwide case studies, including the new Wembley. It is highly illustrated, covering all technical aspects in detail.

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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

From the Publisher

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.

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