24/7 Stadiums: Their Impact on Surrounding Communities

Abstract

The purpose of this thesis is to provide a clear look into the impact of the theory of 24/7 stadiums on communites. With that, this theis will in turn show how the stadium can be used at all times of the day instead of being a venue used a couple times a week. In theory, the stadium will provide jobs, new establishments, an increase in revenue, and an overall large space to be enjoyed by its community which in turn, creates a strong and greater community. Architects often lead their users on a journey through their design. Keeping that in mind, 24/7 stadiums are a great way to include the user more often than a day or two for a few hours. While there are spaces that are more user dependent like a clinic or data centers, using the designed enviorment at all times allows users to accomidate the space whenever they please. Concourses are hundreds of thousands of square feet that offer many uses besides circulation. Understanding such is key to a successful stadium and even more prevalnt in 24/7 stadiums.