Architect (Garrett van Leeuwen AIA , Gensler) and Structural Engineer ( Wyatt Henderson , Magnasson Klemencic Associates) share the design, construction story, and lessons learned of recently completed Snapdragon Stadium (San Diego, Ca).
In the face of Budget and Schedule Challenges during the initial phases of the pandemic, the projects creative use of exposed structural steel is a primary design element throughout created a unified and distinct aesthetic perfectly suited for this stadium application. Unique features that blend aesthetics and structure work together resolve functional and logistical objectives.
This session will cover the process the design team used to develop a Steel Super structure as a compelling design feature that resolved structural and logistical challenges.
Source: NASCC Year: 2024
Speaker(s): Garrett Van Leeuwen, AIA, Wyatt Henderson, SE, PE