U-M regents set to approve Crisler Arena renovations
University of Michigan Athletic Director Bill Martin has overseen a number of major athletic building improvements in Ann Arbor, the centerpiece being the almost-complete renovation of Michigan Stadium.He’s about to put another huge undertaking into motion before he steps aside. The university’s Board of Regents will consider approving the renovation plans for Crisler Arena Thursday. The $20 million project is the first significant improvement to the facility since it was built 40 years ago.The first phase will repair Crisler’s roof, electrical, plumbing and air handling systems. It will also replace the seats in the lower bowl. That will also for more seating for people with disabilities and add hand rails, among other related improvements. The university’s Athletic Dept. is paying for the renovations.The project is designed by TMP Architecture, assisted by Sink Combs Dethlefs, and is set to begin next year. Those firms also designed the new $23.2 million Basketball Player Development Center, which is set to be completed in 2011. Source: University of MichiganWriter: Jon Zemke
University of Michigan Athletic Director Bill Martin has overseen a number of major athletic building improvements in Ann Arbor, the centerpiece being the almost-complete renovation of Michigan Stadium.
He’s about to put another huge undertaking into motion before he steps aside. The university’s Board of Regents will consider approving the renovation plans for Crisler Arena Thursday. The $20 million project is the first significant improvement to the facility since it was built 40 years ago.
The first phase will repair Crisler’s roof, electrical, plumbing and air handling systems. It will also replace the seats in the lower bowl. That will also for more seating for people with disabilities and add hand rails, among other related improvements. The university’s Athletic Dept. is paying for the renovations.
The project is designed by TMP Architecture, assisted by Sink Combs Dethlefs, and is set to begin next year. Those firms also designed the new $23.2 million Basketball Player Development Center, which is set to be completed in 2011.
Source: University of Michigan
Writer: Jon Zemke
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