HOKlast week released new renderings of a speculative stadium on the banks of the Mississippi River—the latest inthe saga of the NFL’s Rams franchise as it mulls leavingSt. Louisfor its original home,Los Angeles.
St. Louis Rams owner Stan Kroenke last year bought 60 acres next to the Forum in Inglewood and has announced plans to build an HKS-designed, 80,000-seat stadiumthere. In St. Louis,a city-appointed task force replied with a 64,000-seat, open-air stadium designed by HOK and 360 Architectureon which they have staked “the reinvention of St. Louis’ city center.”
Proposed stadium for the St. Louis Rams. (Courtesy HOK)The latest renderings don’t show many changes, but do offer a bit more detail on how the Rams’ St. Louis home would look, should they choose to stay.Earlier this month a judge approved the use of public money for the project, althoughmany have criticized such pursuits, noting thin evidence that subsidies for sports franchises have any positive impact on municipal economies.
Proposed stadium for the St. Louis Rams. (Courtesy HOK)Proposed stadium for the St. Louis Rams. (Courtesy HOK)NOTE: (HOKcompleted the acquisition of 360 Architecture in early 2015and they are now one firm. HOK recently launched a newSports + Recreation + Entertainment practice.)
