Hayward Field - Ellen Schmidt-Devlin - Bog

All the details of the stunning redesign of Hayward Field, the home of the University of Oregon track and field and hopeful US Olympians over the decades, outfitting it for the 21st Century. Hayward Field has hosted more Olympic trials than any other venue in history, becoming a beacon of human potential and an unparalleled symbol for the sport of track and field--both its past and its future. This architectural monograph provides a comprehensive overview and in-depth analysis of the redesign by SRG Partnership that created a state-of-the-art stadium and training facility, from initial conception to the completed building, showing how the architects adapted and enhanced their program to take into account the project's different goals, history and importance to the university and local community. Featuring detailed plans, diagrams, analysis and appreciation from renowned architects and architectural critics as well as texts that place the building in its true context, this volume also includes dozens of high-quality photographs of the construction process and completed building to convey a full understanding of this extraordinary architectural and sporting achievement.