Quiz 1 Chapters 1-4 Flashcards
(55 cards)
Roman Colosseum official name
Flavian Amphitheater
Roman Colosseum constructed
80 AD
Single Purpose facilities
Designed for one sport, very rare but typically extreme spots like Motorcross or rock climbing
Multipurpose facilities
Hosts variety of events, almost all stadiums/arenas
Nontraditional
Designed to appeal to high-risk activities
White water rafting, often same as single-purpose
The revival of the ___ ____, the addition of sports to ____, and the growth of ____ ____ contributed to the increase in sport facilities in the modern era
Olympic Games
universities
Professional Baseball
Arms Race
Competition among sport organizations to have the best facilities, resources, and revenue-generating amenities to have an advantage in the marketplace
Between 1880 and 1920, the MLB lists more than __ stadiums that were built (and what were they called)
60
Jewel Box era/design
Hockey owners followed ___ and built arenas
Needed to fill empty seats on nights off so they ___
Baseball
Used boxing and ice capades, later partnered with basketball and had two tenants
Cookie Cutter
1970’s
Built to host two teams, typically baseball and football
Rungrado May Day Stadium
Built-in North Korea, took 2.5 years to construct
150,000 capacity
known for its roof
Largest USA stadiums
The Big House (Michigan) 107,601
Mostly college football stadiums
Bristol Motor Speedway, estimated 153,000 possibly 160,000
Trends in Stadiums/Arenas
Post covid outdoor space
Partnering with communities/businesses for entertainment spaces
Touchless technology
Field, Court, or Pitch
The playing surface at the center of a stadium. Natural grass, artificial turf, or clay
Grandstands
The structure that holds spectators, with seating arranged in tiers
Quarter circle bends or straight strands
Can be open, oval, or horseshoe
Bowl
The seating area that forms a bowl-like structure around the playing field. Typically made out of reinforced concrete or steel
Ex behind home plate
Circulation
The movement of spectators through concourses, corridors, and hospitality spaces
Sightlines
The visual perspective from each seat
Zoning
The distribution of retail, concession stands, and restrooms to ensure they are accessible and not overcrowded
Code-set of rules commonly used in zoning
Schematics
Conceptual (first) phase of drawings
Bids
Financial proposal to complete a project
Architect
Chief Designer
General Contractor
Manages the build
Very rarely has equipment in hand
Sub-Contractor
Completes a specialized construction element