NDSU Athletics in partnership with Gate City Bank unveiled the newly renovated Sunderland Family Football Office Complex in the Fargodome at a ribbon-cutting ceremony Monday, April 21. The updates enhance the student-athlete and fan experience with immersive LED lighting, tactile design elements and interactive displays.
"This renovation is a significant milestone for NDSU football. It enhances our recruiting efforts and provides an environment that supports our athletes' competitive edge," said Matt Larsen, NDSU director of athletics.
Among the new features is dynamic color-changing LED lighting that creates an energetic atmosphere. The design integrates the same wheat stalks used on the team's popular green helmets to reflect NDSU's agricultural heritage, strengthening the connection with the local community. [North Dakota State University]
The Alabaster City Council has awarded a $43.7 million construction bid to start building a new recreation center and library.
The new municipal facilities will be located near the intersection of Alabama 119 and Thompson Road. The Council awarded the bid to the Clements Dean Building Company during its April 14 meeting. Construction is expected to begin Summer 2025.
According to the city, the rec center will include:
- Multiple indoor courts
- Event and meeting space
- Indoor walking track
- Workout and fitness area
- Outdoor pool and splash pad
The new library will nearly triple the space of the current library. [Bham Now]
Populous, the global architecture firm, recently released images of the design for a new New York Liberty practice facility in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. The $80 million project is a player-led endeavor, developed for and in collaboration with the women's professional basketball team. The new building will span 75,000 square feet and offer views of Manhattan's skyline. In addition to serving as a basketball training center, the facility is also designed to support community engagement and expand the team's impact throughout New York City. [ArchDaily]
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