Stadia, Third Edition: A Design and Development Guide [Paperback]

Geraint John RIBA Dip Arch (UCL) CISRM MILAM FRSA (Author), ROD SHEARD (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0750645342 | ISBN-13: 978-0750645348 | Publication Date: August 14, 2000 | Edition: 3

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'

Editorial Reviews

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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Product Details

• Paperback: 288 pages
• Publisher: Architectural Press; 3 edition (August 14, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0750645342
• ISBN-13: 978-0750645348
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 6.4 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.5 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #220,685 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Possibly the best architectural look at stadiums available!, August 23, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Stadia, Second Edition: A Design and Development Guide (Paperback)

Definitely one of my favorite books on the shelf. STADIA provides a unique, not seen before look at the architectural structures of todays sports stadiums. Fun to read over and back and around again. Gives ideas that provide a basis for drawings and blueprints.

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Super, July 17, 2001

A Kid's Review

This review is from: Stadia, Third Edition: A Design and Development Guide (Paperback)

I like going out to the ballpark and looking at the ballpark itself. I like finding the stats about it. What things there are to do. And how it was designed. This book gave me wonderful ideas on how to design my own stadium. I recomend this book to anyone.