http://www.nba.com/bucks/release/arena
The Bucks presented the new exterior view of the arena today, with a wave added to the outside to represent Milwaukee being on the lake. Or the river...something like that. Interesting to see it will be brown brick on the wave facade, though I suppose a wave of brown water is appropriate in Milwaukee.[/snaredrum]
Looks good! I really like the elevated terrace on the eastern facing wall.
(http://i.cdn.turner.com/nba/nba/.element/media/2.0/teamsites/bucks/new-arena-renderings-1170-clean.jpg)
Looks incredible in this rendering. Can't wait to see it come to life over the next couple years!
One persistent worry, they are figuring out how to build the whole thing above ground because of the water table. Can't help but think that site isn't ideal and that's why it laid dormant so long. Hope they can do enough to shore up the foundation.
More like an old beer barrel between Pabst and Schlitz
Quote from: HoopsterBC on March 17, 2016, 10:50:02 AM
More like an old beer barrel between Pabst and Schlitz
That was my first thought. Very appropriate for Milwaukee. Love the rendering
Quote from: brewcity77 on March 17, 2016, 10:32:20 AM
One persistent worry, they are figuring out how to build the whole thing above ground because of the water table. Can't help but think that site isn't ideal and that's why it laid dormant so long. Hope they can do enough to shore up the foundation.
The lack of use was the remediation expense from the elimination of the Park East Freeway. Don't think they should have too much issue with the water table because they're going to have to dig up at least 50 feet to clean up/shore up.
Quote from: Ellenson_toMU14 on March 17, 2016, 10:28:41 AM
Looks incredible in this rendering. Can't wait to see it come to life over the next couple years!
The rendering is missing the requisite foot of brown snow.
This does look awesome, but do remember, this is an early rendering...these things often change. I know DC United and Orlando City in MLS had early renderings that looked amazing, but have since curtailed due to budget constraints.
Shouldn't there be a big tap on one end?
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CdwX1zaXIAADANO.jpg:large)
Classic
Too bad they aren't using Cream colored brick. Just one more reason for Gus Johnson to say CREEEAAAM CITY. (I feel gross typing that)
Also looks like the lower bowl has more room for sweater vests!
Appears that the view from the Southeast will make it look like a giant bratwurst bun.
Quote from: T-Bone on March 17, 2016, 11:50:04 AM
Also looks like the lower bowl has more room for sweater vests!
After seeing some of those "crowds" at the BC this season, they need all the sweater vests they can get.
THE KEG
Also announced yesterday was that the Admirals will be moving to the "UWM" arena starting this fall, instead of waiting until 2018 when the BC closes. Might open up some better home dates for MU.
Quote from: brewcity77 on March 17, 2016, 10:27:22 AM
Looks good! I really like the elevated terrace on the eastern facing wall.
You mean the designated smoking section don't you?
Quote from: Groin_pull on March 17, 2016, 11:59:04 AM
After seeing some of those "crowds" at the BC this season, they need all the sweater vests they can get.
Hopefully the new arena will drive up attendance. At this rate, MU could curtain off the upper deck and not affect anyone.
The bricks .. the wave .. Not my cup of tea.
Quote from: brewcity77 on March 17, 2016, 10:27:22 AM
Looks good! I really like the elevated terrace on the eastern facing wall.
(http://i.cdn.turner.com/nba/nba/.element/media/2.0/teamsites/bucks/new-arena-renderings-1170-clean.jpg)
Isn't that the North facing side?
Quote from: Ellenson Guerrero on March 17, 2016, 02:29:08 PM
Isn't that the North facing side?
That is the Northeast corner.
I dig it. While baseball stadiums continue to wallow in the past, basketball/hockey arenas look to the future.
You old fogeys that think this stadium is too mod for your taste should check out the Redskin's plans for their new place:
(http://cdnph.upi.com/ph/st/th/9181457748792/2016/i/14577489891720/v1.5/Washington-Redskins-new-stadium-model-features-moat-for-kayakers.jpg?lg=5)
It's got a moat to keep out the politically correct people.
I do want a moat though.
Complete the "curl" and during deluges, it can be an outdoor surfing zone.
During the "dry" weather spells, a skate park.
Quote from: Ellenson Guerrero on March 17, 2016, 02:29:08 PM
Isn't that the North facing side?
Nope. The North facing side is McKinley.
First thought on seeing the rendering: The Flinstones
the Redskins moat, in addition to have big waves for surfing, also appears to have a beach with stadium wall climbing (or repelling) also a pregame activity.
https://twitter.com/Redskins/status/709193944643608577/photo/1
although a frozen moat could replace the Pettit for speed skating.
Looks kinda like Donald Trump's comb over, ai na?
Quote from: HoopsterBC on March 17, 2016, 10:50:02 AM
More like an old beer barrel between Pabst and Schlitz
Nothin wrong with that.
Someone else suggested a moat. Fill it with crocks and toss Bo and his badger minions in. Now, that would be a good shade of red.
It'll be interesting to see how "2015" this stadium feels in 20 years.
Quote from: LAMUfan on March 17, 2016, 03:13:08 PM
I do want a moat though.
No problem. A moat will occur naturally when it sinks due to the water table issues.
Quote from: brewcity77 on March 17, 2016, 03:43:19 PM
Nope. The North facing side is McKinley.
The north facing side is on Juneau. The Park East freeway land between Juneau and McKinley will be additional development, not the actual arena.
Quote from: Litehouse on March 17, 2016, 06:14:58 PM
The north facing side is on Juneau. The Park East freeway land between Juneau and McKinley will be additional development, not the actual arena.
If so I'll admit to it, but based on what's being blocked off, it really seems McKinley will be the north border.
It's threads like these that keep me coming back here despite painfully seeing the Marquette Madness at the top.
Well done gentlemen and ladies.
Quote from: brewcity77 on March 17, 2016, 07:01:00 PM
If so I'll admit to it, but based on what's being blocked off, it really seems McKinley will be the north border.
From the linked article...
The arena site, located between N. Fourth Street and N. Sixth Street from W. Highland Ave. to W. Juneau Ave., will seamlessly link with active development on all sides, including Old World Third Street, Schlitz Park, The Brewery, the Milwaukee riverfront, Water Street and the Wisconsin Center.
Any new info on the actual seats for the new arena or even "I heard" type of info.
In particular, I would like to hear about seat size and leg room versus the BC. And cup holders or not?
Or will it be like airline seating: If you want a nice leather seat, you need to sit in this section and pay X+ Y or if you want a cup holder and another 2 inches of leg room and seat room, please sit in this section and pay X+ Z, etc... If you you only want to pay X, you get a seat like in the BC and sit in the end zones or upper level?
I hope it isn't airline seating, but given the times, I suppose I should expect this business model.
I'm curious about this too. Anybody know anything...seat types, costs, etc?? Will MU tickets cost extra? Will all the promo's we see now also be available or does MU have to abide by new rules?
And what will be the first events in the Arena? Bucks Fan Day? Pre-season games?
I think my first time inside will be Marquette's first home game.
A friend of mine is a Bucks season ticket holder and said that they are going to be making appointments for all Bucks STHs to come in and be given a virtual look at the seats they could have. Not sure how they're doing it, but sounded like they would simulate the view for a comparable seat, comparable price point, or pretty much whatever they wanted. It won't be a quick process, but my guess is talking to those people once they start getting access to the simulations will be our first bit of substantive news.
Quote from: GOO on February 06, 2017, 04:36:40 PM
Any new info on the actual seats for the new arena or even "I heard" type of info.
In particular, I would like to hear about seat size and leg room versus the BC. And cup holders or not?
Or will it be like airline seating: If you want a nice leather seat, you need to sit in this section and pay X+ Y or if you want a cup holder and another 2 inches of leg room and seat room, please sit in this section and pay X+ Z, etc... If you you only want to pay X, you get a seat like in the BC and sit in the end zones or upper level?
I hope it isn't airline seating, but given the times, I suppose I should expect this business model.
Can confirm from a reliable source that there will be better leg room as well as cup holders.
Quote from: GOO on February 06, 2017, 04:36:40 PM
Any new info on the actual seats for the new arena or even "I heard" type of info.
In particular, I would like to hear about seat size and leg room versus the BC. And cup holders or not?
Or will it be like airline seating: If you want a nice leather seat, you need to sit in this section and pay X+ Y or if you want a cup holder and another 2 inches of leg room and seat room, please sit in this section and pay X+ Z, etc... If you you only want to pay X, you get a seat like in the BC and sit in the end zones or upper level?
I hope it isn't airline seating, but given the times, I suppose I should expect this business model.
I have been in the preview center twice now, this past Friday they added a sample of the new seats. Very nice, cupholders on the back of the row in front of you just the same way it is in Miller Park. Cannot speak to legroom but was told it would be a significant improvement.
They also have an exact replica of the new luxury boxes, which include your standard suite and a newer smaller type of suite behind the baskets that can accommodate 4 or 8. They took the bathrooms out of the suites in order to give them more room.
I have no idea whether the preview center is open to the public or not, I assume you just need to schedule an appointment to meet with a ticket rep, but its definitely worth a visit if you are looking for more insight into the new arena. My work has season tickets with the bucks and so I've been there to discuss our seats.
I can only comment on the prices for the bucks, and I don't believe they've made that info entirely public, but sidecourt near the back of the lower bowl is just under $100, behind the baskets in the $80 range and lower level corners in the $70 range. I attached the seating chart with the sections. Can't wait, looks awesome from the preview center.
Am I the only one who thinks it looks like a giant turd?
Great to see seats rather than a tunnel behind the basket
Are the seats really going to be green? If we ever do play Notre Dame they will feel right at home.
New arena will seat 17,500.
65% of the seating will be in the lower bowl. Upper bowl about 14 rows. You enter from the top.
1 to 2 inches more for leg room. Seats 1 to 3 inches wider.
6 loading docks compared to 1 at the Bradley Center. Will be major plus for concerts.
Quote from: cheese ball chaser on February 06, 2017, 06:15:06 PM
Am I the only one who thinks it looks like a giant turd turtle?
fixed
No, you're not.
The 1/2 Barrel
Quote from: Smokin' Jae on February 06, 2017, 05:47:01 PM
I have been in the preview center twice now, this past Friday they added a sample of the new seats. Very nice, cupholders on the back of the row in front of you just the same way it is in Miller Park. Cannot speak to legroom but was told it would be a significant improvement.
They also have an exact replica of the new luxury boxes, which include your standard suite and a newer smaller type of suite behind the baskets that can accommodate 4 or 8. They took the bathrooms out of the suites in order to give them more room.
I have no idea whether the preview center is open to the public or not, I assume you just need to schedule an appointment to meet with a ticket rep, but its definitely worth a visit if you are looking for more insight into the new arena. My work has season tickets with the bucks and so I've been there to discuss our seats.
I can only comment on the prices for the bucks, and I don't believe they've made that info entirely public, but sidecourt near the back of the lower bowl is just under $100, behind the baskets in the $80 range and lower level corners in the $70 range. I attached the seating chart with the sections. Can't wait, looks awesome from the preview center.
Seating looks exactly like the NBA approved arena down here even nose bleed seating have excellent court view
Thanks for the info on the seating! Great stuff. It sure sounds positive for larger seats, cup holders, and a little more leg room. And better views. Combining all of those things together will make it a much better experience and sell more food and beverages (I hate putting a drink down on the ground if eating or otherwise, have to pick it up when someone walks by, etc).
I had heard that the sound system will be a lot better in the new place. Also, I have hope that the lighting will be darker in the seating area, from what I've heard. I miss that about the old Mecca... the lights were on the court and the seating area was darker... makes for a better fan experience and more focus on the court, in my opinion.
Yes, I expect seat prices to go up some. How much probably depends on the MU negotiations with the Bucks. I am a little fearful that the Bucks owners will stick it to MU. Yes, they need MU to fill dates, but, MU may need them more. No real alternatives to the new arena for MU unless they want to construct their own which makes no sense, and play in the UWM arena for a few years while building a new arena.
I sure hope we get better practice availability and some more Saturday night games.
17,500 is a little too large for the Bucks and MU, except when a team is really good. I'd think something closer to 16,000 would create more urgency to get tickets or buy in early to not be shut out when a team is good.
Thanks again for the info.
Construction photos from earlier today
McKinley Ave: https://goo.gl/photos/D9dMmAudrzx1oqAs5
6th Street: https://goo.gl/photos/xfPz1fndhPPp8PCV9
6th and Juneau: https://goo.gl/photos/NjUj1ZfWuQKuiB9S6
Click on the photo to embiggen.
I had not known that it was asymmetrical. Students and the young alum section in the 'big' end or do you think they move them to the other side so the university can offer the popular '$99 special' (I know it won't be that cheap) to encourage the marginal fan to return? Very interesting decision.
Quote from: mufvr on February 06, 2017, 06:17:58 PM
Great to see seats rather than a tunnel behind the basket
No need for a Zamboni.
Quote from: Oldgym on February 07, 2017, 09:35:27 AM
Click on the photo to embiggen.
"A noble spirit embiggens the smallest man" - Jebediah Springfield
Quote from: jsglow on February 07, 2017, 09:46:38 AM
No need for a Zamboni.
But aren't they building the ability to put an ice sheet in place?
Quote from: mu_hilltopper on February 07, 2017, 09:55:20 AM
"A noble spirit embiggens the smallest man" - Jebediah Springfield
Queue keefe.
Quote from: Dr. Vinnie Boombatz on February 07, 2017, 09:57:20 AM
But aren't they building the ability to put an ice sheet in place?
Yes, but only for 'special purposes'. In the BC you had planned to be playing 40+ NHL games a year. So I can envision having one hidden in the back that they can squeeze in when they need to. No need to design a seating bowl to accommodate frequently.
http://wisconsinesc.com/live-webcam (http://wisconsinesc.com/live-webcam)
Live photos/videos and cool time lapse
Quote from: jsglow on February 07, 2017, 10:00:16 AM
Yes, but only for 'special purposes'. In the BC you had planned to be playing 40+ NHL games a year. So I can envision having one hidden in the back that they can squeeze in when they need to. No need to design a seating bowl to accommodate frequently.
I have mentioned this before that the Kohl Center has much better basketball seating than the BC does, and it is a multi-purpose arena. The tunnels are in the corners, just like they will be for this place.
(https://www.gotickets.com/cached/_images/maintainwidth/521x500/3289d6466a2cd8483042263f956c9f7d/kohlcenter_basketball-1642.gif)
The seating for the new arena looks even more intimate than for the Kohl.
Quote from: jsglow on February 07, 2017, 10:00:16 AM
Yes, but only for 'special purposes'. In the BC you had planned to be playing 40+ NHL games a year. So I can envision having one hidden in the back that they can squeeze in when they need to. No need to design a seating bowl to accommodate frequently.
Yeah, suck it, Disney on Ice!!!
Quote from: The Deane Team on February 07, 2017, 10:02:58 AM
http://wisconsinesc.com/live-webcam (http://wisconsinesc.com/live-webcam)
Live photos/videos and cool time lapse
Good stuff. Thanks.
Quote from: GOO on February 07, 2017, 09:28:38 AM
Yes, I expect seat prices to go up some. How much probably depends on the MU negotiations with the Bucks. I am a little fearful that the Bucks owners will stick it to MU. Yes, they need MU to fill dates, but, MU may need them more.
I can tell you the price will not get hiked up, by just being in a new arena. It will be the normal two year little bump.
Sweet! That'll be my first year I can probably afford decent non coors light corner tickets.
The best part of the design is that you won't have as many people from the lower lever seats coming in 4 minutes after the game or halftime starts and walking around the court to their seats.
Not bad for an exterior. Sort of looks like a giant wood beer keg, or whiskey keg. Bucks hope that they will sell lots of both.
Quote from: Dr. Vinnie Boombatz on February 07, 2017, 10:05:07 AM
I have mentioned this before that the Kohl Center has much better basketball seating than the BC does, and it is a multi-purpose arena. The tunnels are in the corners, just like they will be for this place.
(https://www.gotickets.com/cached/_images/maintainwidth/521x500/3289d6466a2cd8483042263f956c9f7d/kohlcenter_basketball-1642.gif)
The seating for the new arena looks even more intimate than for the Kohl.
Indeed. The 200 level seat at the Kohl Center doesn't exist at the BMOBC. It reminds me somewhat of the Rosemont, where the first few rows are right on top of the action. As expected and by design, the 300 level is just as bad as the BC's upper corners.
Quote from: GOO on February 07, 2017, 09:28:38 AM
Yes, I expect seat prices to go up some. How much probably depends on the MU negotiations with the Bucks. I am a little fearful that the Bucks owners will stick it to MU. Yes, they need MU to fill dates, but, MU may need them more. No real alternatives to the new arena for MU unless they want to construct their own which makes no sense, and play in the UWM arena for a few years while building a new arena.
Anyone know when these negotiations will happen? I'm not saying we are in the new stadium until these happen.
Quote from: TAMU Eagle on February 07, 2017, 01:50:24 PM
Anyone know when these negotiations will happen? I'm not saying we are in the new stadium until these happen.
I believe they are already in process. MU giving the naming rights to Aurora didn't exactly help matters. Instead of one joint effort, there will now be the Marquette/Aurora Athletic Performance Research Center and the Bucks/Froedtert McKinley Health Center with a focus on sports medicine.
Quote from: brewcity77 on March 17, 2016, 10:27:22 AM
(http://i.cdn.turner.com/nba/nba/.element/media/2.0/teamsites/bucks/new-arena-renderings-1170-clean.jpg)
They're really selling this with everything nice and green and people wearing shorts. Are the Bucks playing in the Finals or did global warming really hit Milwaukee? Or is this supposed to be a Selena Gomez concert in July?
Hopefully the Bucks are in the finals AND Selena Gomez is coming to Milwaukee. Aim high!
Quote from: chapman on February 07, 2017, 03:49:23 PM
They're really selling this with everything nice and green and people wearing shorts. Are the Bucks playing in the Finals or did global warming really hit Milwaukee? Or is this supposed to be a Selena Gomez concert in July?
Hahahaha
Quote from: jficke13 on February 07, 2017, 04:38:34 PM
Hopefully the Bucks are in the finals AND Selena Gomez is coming to Milwaukee. Aim high!
Ummm if that's a Selener Gomez concert then I'm definitely in that picture somewhere!
I love selener.
Quote from: mu_hilltopper on February 07, 2017, 09:55:20 AM
"A noble spirit embiggens the smallest man" - Jebediah Springfield
Subliminal message that Chicos has been unshackled?
I know the structure immediately north of the new arena is the parking garage. I know the practice facility is the NW structure. What is the structure immediately north of the parking garage? More parking?
See the picture in the link below:
http://www.bizjournals.com/milwaukee/news/2017/02/18/exclusive-see-latest-progress-of-milwaukee-bucks.html
BTW, looks like the artist's rendering with everyone in shorts during the bball season is spot on.
Quote from: chapman on February 07, 2017, 03:49:23 PM
They're really selling this with everything nice and green and people wearing shorts. Are the Bucks playing in the Finals or did global warming really hit Milwaukee? Or is this supposed to be a Selena Gomez concert in July?
I think it maybe 70 tomorrow. 60's today. So, I guess the architects knew something that we didn't :)
Quote from: GOO on February 21, 2017, 01:17:17 PM
I know the structure immediately north of the new arena is the parking garage. I know the practice facility is the NW structure. What is the structure immediately north of the parking garage? More parking?
See the picture in the link below:
http://www.bizjournals.com/milwaukee/news/2017/02/18/exclusive-see-latest-progress-of-milwaukee-bucks.html
It's a staging area for building the parking structure. See the caption to photo #13.
Was driving by bel air tacos in MKE this weekend and realized it's the exact same design as the new arena. Has anyone else thought this?
Quote from: BagpipingBoxer on February 21, 2017, 05:17:10 PM
Was driving by bel air tacos in MKE this weekend and realized it's the exact same design as the new arena. Has anyone else thought this?
It was a meme of sorts when the arena renderings were first introduced.
http://www.bizjournals.com/milwaukee/blog/table_talk/2016/03/new-milwaukee-bucks-home-the-belair-cantina-of.html
This thing looks like a gigantic chalupa.
The Chaluparena.
I'm hungry.
Quote from: Dr. Blackheart on February 07, 2017, 05:45:57 PM
Subliminal message that Chicos has been unshackled?
I know this is old but I'm seeing it for the first time - incredible burn!
Drove past da structure tonight. It is gonna be a magnificent structure. So unlike Milwaukee-ish. Completely changes da landscape goin' forward and simply big league that MU will be playin' der too. BTW, Feigin discussed the scoreboard and utter led signage today. Dis is gonna bee huge to da tune of $10 mil, hey?
Quote from: BagpipingBoxer on February 21, 2017, 05:17:10 PM
Was driving by bel air tacos in MKE this weekend and realized it's the exact same design as the new arena. Has anyone else thought this?
Literally the first thing chick said many months ago.
Quote from: GOO on February 21, 2017, 01:20:19 PM
I think it maybe 70 tomorrow. 60's today. So, I guess the architects knew something that we didn't :)
Tomorrow will certainly be the warmest birthday I've ever had. Honestly not sure it's ever reached 50 in my memory.
http://www.jsonline.com/story/news/2017/02/21/scoreboard-new-milwaukee-bucks-arena-blow-fans-minds-team-officials-promise/98198636/
Quote from: brewcity77 on February 21, 2017, 06:54:47 PM
Tomorrow will certainly be the warmest birthday I've ever had. Honestly not sure it's ever reached 50 in my memory.
Happy birthday brew. I took my mom to the game last night for her birthday, which is today.
Quote from: JD on February 22, 2017, 07:31:10 AM
Happy birthday brew. I took my mom to the game last night for her birthday, which is today.
It was definitely a good start to the celebration. Happy birthday to your mom!
Exterior looks like a tribute to President Trump's hair
http://www.bizjournals.com/milwaukee/news/2017/02/24/milwaukeebucks-select-kevin-newells-royal-capital.html
Quote from: MUtopper34 on February 22, 2017, 09:39:41 AM
Exterior looks like a tribute to President Trump's hair
....and all that green (inside) looks like the Domers should play there.
Quote from: brewcity77 on March 17, 2016, 10:32:20 AM
One persistent worry, they are figuring out how to build the whole thing above ground because of the water table. Can't help but think that site isn't ideal and that's why it laid dormant so long. Hope they can do enough to shore up the foundation.
i'm not an engineer, so i dunno if this helps or not
But, like most major developments, it begins with a hole in the ground. Actually, several holes.
"At the arena construction site, a 10-ton weight is repeatedly dropped, punching craters into the Earth's surface. Hundreds of steel rods are being driven into the ground at the site of the arena's parking structure. And, at the basketball team's future training facility, augers are digging deep to create spaces below the surface, which are then filled with rock."