An Icon for Saint Paul: Minnesota Vikings Training Facility
Abstract
Stadia are increasingly being seen as tools of urban
regeneration. Once regarded as single entities of
limited interest beyond specific uses, they are now
seen as having the potential to attract different
groups at different times for different events. Having
people using the spaces within and around a stadium
is considered successful. Having people using
the site for multiple reasons on a daily basis is going
above and beyond expectations of stadia design.
This design will help to create a new dimension
of sports venue design in America. The stadium
will be designed as a mixed-use matrix which will
include such amenities as retail spaces, restaurants,
and outdoor spaces. These types of areas are
critical pieces of a community; they help to bring
a community together by giving them a common
place. The design will serve as a gathering place
both during event and non-event times. New life
will be given to the riverfront, with redesigned river-walks,
gathering areas and green spaces all being
incorporated in the design.
This project will create an icon for the city of Saint
Paul that will serve as a basis for regeneration in the
downtown district.