denverpoke
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Can someone post the new AA exterior design approved by the Trustee yesterday?? Thanks
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AA exterior design
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wyocowboy2014
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Approval of Arena Auditorium Phase 2
BACKGROUND AND POLICY CONTEXT OF ISSUE:
In August of 2015 the BOT approved a schematic design for the exterior of the Arena Auditorium
Phase 2 Renovations, in November a revised set of designs was presented to the Board. As the
design progressed, there were a number of design developments that warranted another review by
the Exterior Design Advisory Committee. These changes were due to the following:
Restroom/ Concessions Design
The schematic design created concession stands and restroom areas to infill the existing Willett
East and Stadium entries that would be shallow enough to be concealed within the existing earth
berm that surrounds the Arena. As the design developed it became apparent that there was not
enough depth to fit the building program within the berm. It was also discovered that there would
need to be significant structural modifications to the existing ‘eyebrow’ that forms the current
entry. The design solution brought forward by the design and construction team was to create two
small building additions in these locations that protrude from the berm. These additions allow for
greater clearance within the restroom ceilings and also provide a flat roof to house exhaust fans
required for the concession stands and restrooms.
Commissary Addition
The schematic design proposed an addition to the SW corner of the Arena adjacent to the Campus
Entry. As the design developed the team encountered underground structural issues that made
building in this area cost prohibitive. The design and construction team worked on an alternate
solution to locate the commissary on the SE corner of the building adjacent to Field House North.
This design saved the project approximately $300K and located the addition in what is considered
to be a better solution aesthetically and functionally. This location allows the addition to be tucked
back in the corner between Field House North and the Arena. The design ties in with the adjacent
materials of Field House North and does not create an awkward bump out at the Campus Entry.
The proposed design also places the Commissary in a more functional location as there is an
existing loading area and an access drive for deliveries. If the Commissary were left in the original
location it would have required delivery trucks to drive on the sidewalk between the UniWyo
Gymnasium and the Law Building.
East Entry Modifications
As the design team developed the details for the limestone surrounds at the openings on the East
Entry they proposed a solution that created a cleaner detail at the corners of the entry. This design
allows a return wall at the corners of the entry as opposed to a pilaster that would have crowded
the arch. The proposed design is also more reminiscent of the Half Acre Gymnasium detailing on
which the design is based.
The Arena Auditorium Phase 2 Exterior Architectural Design Advisory Committee reviewed and
approved the revised exterior and forwarded the recommendation to the Facilities Contracting
Committee. The Facilities Contracting Committee met on February 15 and recommended
approval by the full board at their next meeting.
PRIOR RELATED BOARD DISCUSSIONS/ACTIONS:
• November 2012 – Board of Trustees approved the architect/engineering firm of By
Architectural Means of Cheyenne, Wyoming in association with Sink Combs Dethlefs of
Denver, CO for the Arena-Auditorium Renovation, Phase 1 project.
• May 2013 – Board of Trustees approved the Construction Manager at-Risk firm, Haselden
Wyoming Constructors of Casper, Wyoming for the Arena-Auditorium Renovation, Phase
1 project.
• November 2013 – Board of Trustees approved the Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) for
the Arena-Auditorium Renovation, Phase 1 project.
• June 2014 - Board of Trustees approved amending the contract for Architect/Engineer
services on the Arena-Auditorium Phase 1 with By Architectural Means, P.C. to include
Architect/Engineer services for Phase 2 of the project.
• October 2014 – Board of Trustees approved the Construction Manager at-Risk firm,
Haselden Wyoming Constructors for the Arena Auditorium Renovation, Phase 2.
• August 2015 – Board of Trustees approved the exterior design for the Arena Auditorium
Phase 2.
• September 2015 – Board of Trustees received the revised exterior design for the Arena
Auditorium Phase 2.
WHY THIS ITEM IS BEFORE THE BOARD:
This item is for authorization by the Board of Trustees to approve the revised exterior for the Arena
Auditorium Phase 2.
ARGUMENTS IN SUPPORT:
Arena Auditorium Phase 2 Exterior Architectural Design Advisory Committee reviewed and
approved the revised exterior and forwarded the recommendation to the Facilities Contracting
Committee.
ARGUMENTS AGAINST:
None.
ACTION REQUIRED AT THIS BOARD MEETING:
Authorization to approve the revised exterior for the Arena Auditorium Phase 2.
PRESIDENT’S RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Board of Trustees of the University of Wyoming approve the revised
exterior for the Arena Auditorium Phase 2 to allow the remaining design and construction work to
proceed as scheduled.
BACKGROUND AND POLICY CONTEXT OF ISSUE:
In August of 2015 the BOT approved a schematic design for the exterior of the Arena Auditorium
Phase 2 Renovations, in November a revised set of designs was presented to the Board. As the
design progressed, there were a number of design developments that warranted another review by
the Exterior Design Advisory Committee. These changes were due to the following:
Restroom/ Concessions Design
The schematic design created concession stands and restroom areas to infill the existing Willett
East and Stadium entries that would be shallow enough to be concealed within the existing earth
berm that surrounds the Arena. As the design developed it became apparent that there was not
enough depth to fit the building program within the berm. It was also discovered that there would
need to be significant structural modifications to the existing ‘eyebrow’ that forms the current
entry. The design solution brought forward by the design and construction team was to create two
small building additions in these locations that protrude from the berm. These additions allow for
greater clearance within the restroom ceilings and also provide a flat roof to house exhaust fans
required for the concession stands and restrooms.
Commissary Addition
The schematic design proposed an addition to the SW corner of the Arena adjacent to the Campus
Entry. As the design developed the team encountered underground structural issues that made
building in this area cost prohibitive. The design and construction team worked on an alternate
solution to locate the commissary on the SE corner of the building adjacent to Field House North.
This design saved the project approximately $300K and located the addition in what is considered
to be a better solution aesthetically and functionally. This location allows the addition to be tucked
back in the corner between Field House North and the Arena. The design ties in with the adjacent
materials of Field House North and does not create an awkward bump out at the Campus Entry.
The proposed design also places the Commissary in a more functional location as there is an
existing loading area and an access drive for deliveries. If the Commissary were left in the original
location it would have required delivery trucks to drive on the sidewalk between the UniWyo
Gymnasium and the Law Building.
East Entry Modifications
As the design team developed the details for the limestone surrounds at the openings on the East
Entry they proposed a solution that created a cleaner detail at the corners of the entry. This design
allows a return wall at the corners of the entry as opposed to a pilaster that would have crowded
the arch. The proposed design is also more reminiscent of the Half Acre Gymnasium detailing on
which the design is based.
The Arena Auditorium Phase 2 Exterior Architectural Design Advisory Committee reviewed and
approved the revised exterior and forwarded the recommendation to the Facilities Contracting
Committee. The Facilities Contracting Committee met on February 15 and recommended
approval by the full board at their next meeting.
PRIOR RELATED BOARD DISCUSSIONS/ACTIONS:
• November 2012 – Board of Trustees approved the architect/engineering firm of By
Architectural Means of Cheyenne, Wyoming in association with Sink Combs Dethlefs of
Denver, CO for the Arena-Auditorium Renovation, Phase 1 project.
• May 2013 – Board of Trustees approved the Construction Manager at-Risk firm, Haselden
Wyoming Constructors of Casper, Wyoming for the Arena-Auditorium Renovation, Phase
1 project.
• November 2013 – Board of Trustees approved the Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) for
the Arena-Auditorium Renovation, Phase 1 project.
• June 2014 - Board of Trustees approved amending the contract for Architect/Engineer
services on the Arena-Auditorium Phase 1 with By Architectural Means, P.C. to include
Architect/Engineer services for Phase 2 of the project.
• October 2014 – Board of Trustees approved the Construction Manager at-Risk firm,
Haselden Wyoming Constructors for the Arena Auditorium Renovation, Phase 2.
• August 2015 – Board of Trustees approved the exterior design for the Arena Auditorium
Phase 2.
• September 2015 – Board of Trustees received the revised exterior design for the Arena
Auditorium Phase 2.
WHY THIS ITEM IS BEFORE THE BOARD:
This item is for authorization by the Board of Trustees to approve the revised exterior for the Arena
Auditorium Phase 2.
ARGUMENTS IN SUPPORT:
Arena Auditorium Phase 2 Exterior Architectural Design Advisory Committee reviewed and
approved the revised exterior and forwarded the recommendation to the Facilities Contracting
Committee.
ARGUMENTS AGAINST:
None.
ACTION REQUIRED AT THIS BOARD MEETING:
Authorization to approve the revised exterior for the Arena Auditorium Phase 2.
PRESIDENT’S RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Board of Trustees of the University of Wyoming approve the revised
exterior for the Arena Auditorium Phase 2 to allow the remaining design and construction work to
proceed as scheduled.
SnowyRange
Well-known member
What is it, around 11K now?
That's plenty. We've never had regular demand for more that 10K tickets, so it's more important to focus on the fan experience and making it a loud and tough place to play for opponents.
TSpoke
Well-known member
SnowyRange said:
Thought we were around 13 now and the original plans had us down to around 11 after the second round. Now those plans have changed so I have no idea. Is everything gonna stay the same inside the arena. I think the seats need changed to match the lower bowl. But whatever.
SnowyRange
Well-known member
I don't know. I just looked at the UW site about the AA and got this:
LanderPoke
Well-known member
They need to find some skinnier seats that match the ones in the lower bowl. I, too, don' t want to lose more capacity.TSpoke said:
laxwyo
Well-known member
This is why I said, "weird".stymeman said:
Only fan base to worry about losing capacity when it's never filled. Hell, we cut seats out and still never gets close. I'd be on board if we're always selling out and people couldn't go to game. Must just be an ego thing. "We have xxxxx capacity in our basketball arena"
Now when do we put the Kenny Sailors statue out front?
