Stadia: A Design and Development Guide - Brossura

John, Geraint; Sheard, Rod

Brossura

ISBN 10: 0750645342 ISBN 13: 9780750645348

Casa editrice: Architectural Press, 2000

Riassunto

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'

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Recensione:

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

Contenuti:

Foreword for third edition; Preface for third edition; The stadium as a building type; Masterplanning; External planning; Form and Structure; Activity area; Crowd Control; Spectator viewing; Spectator seating; Private viewing and facilities; Food 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.

Su questa edizione

• Editore: Architectural Press
• Data di pubblicazione: 2000
• ISBN 10: 0750645342
• ISBN 13: 9780750645348
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero edizione: 3
• Numero di pagine: 288