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Belgrade Theatre with Glossy Red Finishes for the Bar by Stanton Williams Posted: 27 May 2013 09:43 PM PDT The architects’ work complements and restores the Grade II-listed Modernism of the original whilst creating a bold contemporary landmark. The extension was the first building to be designed as part of a future mixed-use development so needed to respond to this new scale. In addition, patrons increasingly arrived by car, using the rear doors to enter instead of the main entrance. The architects expanded the theatre in this direction, with a new glazed elevation offering a more inviting entrance which will form part of a new square. The seven storey extension is strongly vertical, contrasting with the lower horizontals of the original theatre. Comprising interlocking cubic volumes of blue and grey render, red panels, glass, and translucent plastic, it signposts the theatre's presence. The colour and window slots break up the large surfaces. Inside, the extension connects seamlessly with existing foyers which have been stripped back and restored. The colour palette of grey, blue and red is used throughout, connecting interior and exterior and new and old. Glossy red finishes for the bar, and dramatic internal and external night lighting add to the theatrical experience. When it opened, Coventry's 1958 Belgrade Theatre was the first all-new theatre to be built in Britain for twenty years, and first purpose-built civic theatre. The building and artistic programme represented a new age. However, the theatre's facilities were becoming inadequate. Stanton Williams were commissioned to revitalise the theatre, providing a second more flexible auditorium, expanded foyers, rehearsal room, maximise energy efficiency and improve access and backstage facilities. [ Stanton Williams ]

Cowboys Stadium, Innovative Stadium by HKS in Dallas, United States Posted: 27 May 2013 09:43 AM PDT Known as "America's Team," the Dallas Cowboys are a global brand, commanding unequaled media coverage and an international following. No brand remains more dynamic in nature with a single-minded focus to excel. The Dallas Cowboys are progressive and innovative in their approach to sports development, fan experience, marketing and communication through all media. In recognition of the time-honored traditions and dynamic nature of the Dallas Cowboys, the facility is comprised of a modern palette of simple forms and materials that creates a fittingly progressive architectural expression. Long, sweeping forms – experienced in the building plan, elevation and section – produce an awareness of grace and agility that dominate the venue. This consistency and simplicity of form is integral to the building's modern statement. Two structural steel arches, each spanning the entire 1,290 ft length of the stadium, frame the end zones and come to rest on massive concrete abutments in the approach plazas. Opening along the monumental arches and end zones, the retractable roof panels travel over 400 ft along the length of the arches to rest in the open position. A striking aluminum canopy stretches across the exterior façade. The canopy serves as a modern architectural transition between the canted glass wall and the stone base which wraps the building. The Cowboys Stadium stands as a monumental physical expression of the team; dominant and powerful in stature, simple and purposeful in nature. Its architecture dwells in modernism – purity of form, structural expression, functional clarity and true innovation. No architectural expression is more appropriate for the Dallas Cowboys. [ HKS ]

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