LMN Architects
Bank of America Arena
Hec Edmundson Pavilion Renovation, University of Washington
The renovation of the Bank of America Arena, a significant structure in the history of the University of Washington campus, creates a unique spectator-oriented facility through juxtaposition of new elements against the architectural heritage of the original pavilion.
The design stripped away the remains of previous renovations, exposing the essential character-defining elements of the 1927 building shell—ornate brick facade, steel roof trusses, and arched windows—to again emit natural light into the event space. View-obstructing columns were eliminated by inserting clear-span “super-trusses,” evoking structural drama as counterpoints to the historic architecture.
The seating bowl and building interiors are completely reconfigured. Organized by function, the ground floor is devoted to team support areas, the concourse level to public spaces, and the west end to offices for coaches and staff. New program spaces also include the Founder’s Club, a multi-purpose meeting and entertainment center; and the Husky Hall of Fame, which showcases the history and tradition of Husky athletics.
Location
Seattle, Washington
Status
Completed 2000
Size
192,000 sf; 10,000-seat arena
Seattle, Washington 98104
T 206 682 3460
F 206 343 9388
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