Atlanta falcons new stadium
The Atlanta Falcons are planning to build a new stadium in Atlanta, Georgia. The new stadium, which is currently under construction, is expected to be completed in 2023. Here are some key details about the new stadium:
Name: Mercedes-Benz Stadium (named after the German automaker Mercedes-Benz, which has a significant presence in Atlanta)
Location: The stadium is being built in downtown Atlanta, near the intersection of Northside Drive and Marietta Street.
Capacity: The stadium will have a seating capacity of approximately 71,000, with the ability to expand to 75,000 for certain events.
Design: The stadium is designed by the architectural firm HOK (Hellmuth, Obata & Kassabaum) and features a unique retractable roof that can open or close in just 10 minutes. The roof is designed to resemble a falcon's wings, which is a nod to the team's name and logo.
Features:
- A 360-degree video board that measures 58 feet tall and 1,800 feet wide, making it one of the largest in the world.
- A field-level club with seating for 7,000 fans.
- A rooftop park with a 10,000-square-foot green space.
- A variety of premium seating options, including suites and clubs.
- A state-of-the-art sound system and video board system.
Cost: The total cost of the project is estimated to be around $1.5 billion.
Timeline:
- Groundbreaking: May 2014
- Construction: 2014-2023
- Opening: August 2023 (for the Falcons' first regular season game)
The new stadium is expected to be a major upgrade for the Falcons and the city of Atlanta, offering a more modern and fan-friendly experience for fans.