Much like the Cheaspeake Energy Arena, the University of Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium is impressive because of its size. But the stadium is afforded greater architectural interest because it is single-use – the arena must serve many purposes. The goal with this structure is clear – it dominates its neighborhood and its façade brings to mind decades past, when teams played without HD cameras and national syndication. When I enter this building, I know before I pass though the doors whether it is occupied or not. Its open-air nature means that energy spills out of its top and the sky reminds both players and fans that while this is a time for socializing, there is also a sport being played. My experiences with this building have been mixed as our team wins or loses. The stadium’s renovations were performed by Layton & Hicks HOK Sport / 360 Architecture. Picture Source