InsightsAccelerating design and delivery for stadia and arena renovationsTight timelines. Live events. No margin for error. Advice from Salas O’Brien experts on delivering stadium and arena renovations faster, smarter, and with non-negotiable schedules.Read More
Insights, NewsVIDEO: The Colorado Convention Center -expanding event space with purposeful designThe Colorado Convention Center located in Downtown Denver is well known as one of the most practical and user-friendly meeting facilities in the country. Its latest expansion, designed by Salas O’Brien and leading architects, advances its mission for sustainable events. Feature image credit: Dressel-Martin MediaWorks, Inc.Read More
InsightsVIDEO: Sustainability in arts venuesSalas O’Brien experts, Clive Lacey and Ion Luh, share how smart, adaptive systems improve energy efficiency in performing arts centers while meeting the unique needs of artistic spaces.Read More
InsightsDesign strategies for sustainable arts venuesSustainability can feel especially tough for arts venues. Between older buildings, budget pressures, and the high demands of performances, the path forward isn’t always clear. In this piece, we talk about why it’s such a challenge—and share some practical design moves that can make a real difference.Read More
InsightsVIDEO: The digital future of entertainment venuesSalas O’Brien experts, Craig Janssen, Rodrigo Ordonez, Robert Rose, David Battershell, Courtney Schoedel, and Dan Schoedel, share how integrated digital and immersive technologies are reshaping the future of entertainment venues.Read More
InsightsThe digital future of arts venues Discover the catalysts behind the digital transition in arts venues and the 7 key technologies fueling immersive, interactive experiences.Read More
NewsCollaborating on Canada’s largest arts-focused infrastructure projectThe architectural design for phase one of the Arts Commons Transformation expansion project has been unveiled, and Salas O’Brien is providing electrical design services.Read More
NewsCelebrating innovation: Debut of “The Arena in Diriyah” concept designSalas O'Brien is providing first-of-it’s-kind acoustic, theatrical, and audio-visual design for this advanced multipurpose entertainment venue.Read More
InsightsCraig Janssen on the future of venues in a digital worldTheatre consultant, Craig Janssen, discusses how technology is impacting entertainment venues on the CSE podcast (22 min). Read More
InsightsInside the technology for next-generation sports training facilitiesElite athletes and teams constantly seek innovative ways to gain a competitive edge. Salas O’Brien provides an inside look at the technology for the new athletic training facilities that serve as the incubator for extraordinary talent, honing the skills and physical capabilities of athletes across a range of disciplines.Read More
InsightsTrends in revenue-generation, fan engagement, and recruiting in collegiate sports venuesCollegiate sports venues can be powerful catalysts for energizing fans and drawing top-tier talent to an athletic program. Salas O’Brien shares the dynamics between engineering and the collegiate sports experience, offering a panoramic view into the current trends, technological advancements, and future directions shaping these vital athletic hubs.Read More
InsightsAdaptive reuse revolution – how technology is reshaping the future of existing buildingsSalas O’Brien, with teams specializing in consulting and engineering for adaptive reuse transformations, shares six strategies forward-focused clients use to change the dynamic of their spaces.Read More
