Populous
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Project • By Hunter Douglas Architectural USA • Universities
McCamish Pavilion at Georgia Tech
Hunter Douglas Delivers “Floor to Ceiling” Renovation at Historic Arena
Linear and Woodwright Ceilings Take Basketball Court to New Heights at Georgia Tech
The Project
Originally constructed in the 1950s, Alexander Memorial Coliseum at the Georgia Institute of Technology featured an iconic, curved steel structure that had become part of the building’s identity. After six decades in operation, the on-campus arena needed be renovated in order to meet the changing needs of the university and its fans.
The $45 million design plan by Populous called for the reincarnation of the building, to be christened McCamish Pavilion. The Coliseum – remembered fondly by jubilant crowds and proud alums for its championship history – would be completely... More
Project • By Populous • Stadiums
Marlins Park
Marlins Ballpark replaces the legacy of the memorable Orange Bowl in Little Havana, adjacent to downtown Miami. Situated on the same footprint, the ballpark is intended to be the anchor for infill and redevelopment on the site. This new 37,000-seat Major League Baseball facility includes a retractable roof to shield spectators from the sun and rain, inherently changing the perception of summertime baseball in Florida for generations to come. The bold vision of the County of Miami-Dade, the City of Miami and the Marlins is portrayed through the architecture as a modern, kinetic sculpture of faceted metal and glass.
The urban plan proposes a fundamental change in the character of the old Orange Bowl precinct, recreating the neighborhood st... More