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Breaking The Code Owners of new and renovated facilities are benefitting from a national move toward uniform building and life-safety codes.
Positive Vibrations Resolving sound transference issues is one of the most challenging aspects in the design of fitness centers.
Holding an Audience Should building codes be changed to keep fans from falling out of upper-level stadium sections?
The Grass Isn't Greener The environmental good done by urban green spaces may be undone by their maintenance.
Snow Jobs From record snows comes a stadium staffing lesson in due diligence.
Fire and Mice Pyrotechnics setbacks and infestation issues plague Lucas Oil Stadium.
Interview with Hollye Minter, who fell from the stands at the Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, Texas What is it like to fall out of the upper deck at a Major League Baseball stadium?
Zap Decisions Tasers become a target of controversy at Major League Baseball parks.
Interview with security specialist Chris Rogers Rogers discusses the challenges of keeping spectators safe.
An Unobstructed View By siding with wheelchair-using spectators, a court may well influence future ADA litigation.
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Star Search Athleticism can be found in abundance among individuals with disabilities, if you know where to look.
Air Fresheners Advances in dehumidification efforts target chloramines and other gases that leave aquatics facility patrons gasping for breath.
Bench Mark An aquatic center's built-in wall bench provides an intimate gathering space.
Games Swimmers Play Collegiate aquatic centers are increasingly incorporating design elements and equipment that accommodate high-activity usage.
Flying Objects! Catastrophic injuries resulting from the hurling of heavy implements and human bodies have intensified the safety focus surrounding field events.
Organic Food By nourishing the soil first, environmental turf managers are feeding their fields naturally.
Green Acres Troubled economy or no, one community's commitment to soccer continues.
Club Med The Medical Fitness Association's Fitness Center Certification isn't just for hospital wellness centers.
Buy Now, Change Later New owners of established clubs should resist the urge to put their stamp on the business.
Running in Place The possibility that exercisers could generate enough electricity to power a club has beguiled fitness enthusiasts and facility owners for years.
Let There Be Light A combination of transparent and translucent glass allows a college rec center's gym to shine.
Steep Seats Inside the story of the tallest sets of retractable bleachers you may ever see.
Performance Enhancements Cincinnati Public Schools uses sustainable-design strategies to rethink the gymnasium.
Take It Outside As the popularity of stadium ice hockey solidifies, staging events remains a delicate balance of nature versus nurture.
Twice as Nice Assuming demand is there, adding a second ice sheet can boost a rink's fortunes.
Upward Slide Despite a range of rink-accommodation issues, sled hockey’s popularity is picking up speed.
Bad Connections Technological advancements in handheld personal devices complicate usage policies for the locker room and beyond.
How to Save Water in Locker Rooms Understanding fixture capabilities can lead to substantial water savings in athletics, fitness and recreation facilities.
Architectural Design: Locker Rooms Appropriate signage and supervision are keys to keeping locker rooms safe. Also pay special attention to lockers, flooring and electrical outlets.
Same Difference Recreation centers share many components and design priorities, yet no two designs are alike.
Welcome to the Neighborhood Athletic and wellness center's exterior features blend right in with its residential surroundings.
Design Details: Control Center The rec center at Ashland University takes advantage of its lobby's circular design.
Diamond Mining Investment in facilities has made the Big Ten a player in the search for college baseball talent.
Green Teams Professional sports teams, led by Major League Baseball, put greater emphasis on environmental programs.
High Hopes Two rival schools in New Jersey unite to create a one-of-a-kind rooftop stadium.
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