Am I the only one disappointed in the design? I was really hoping for something that integrated better with the curved sideline portions of the stadium. The wedges of seating that form the transitions from the SEZ seating to the sidelines don't do it for me. I was expecting to see something more fluid and more similar to the schematic design that was released in '08. I understand the need for the club seating and the monster video board and they need to be worked in somehow also, but the overall package should be considered.
Now, don't get me wrong. I'm thrilled that the project is approved and moving forward. It has been years in the making, but I'm a bit disappointed in the design.
I'm not really sure what else could've been done to maximize the space for seating, while keeping the seating within a reasonable distance from the field (the whole curved sideline thing).
I'm not sure if these are what you're talking about or not
One thing I don't like about this is the angle on the lower corners. I remember this from a game I went to at Kinnick before their renovation (don't ask, don't ask).
I got a scalp ticket on in the endzone on those old crap bleachers they had. Back during the Fry era when they just jammed seats in there. And the seat - even though I was in the endzone corner - and my seat angle was as though I was on the side line. I literally was looking across the bleachers and watched the game with my head turned at a near 90 angle to see the field.
I think these designs provide a better sight line to the field.
And again - they're just renderings and the inside one leaves A LOT to be desired. It may look quite a bit different in the end.