NEW Neyland Renderings

[BowlBrother85]

The grey hairs complaining of obscured views will just have to get over it. Cumberland Avenue is dead as a doornail economically, and there is no bringing it back. This is a great plan for revitalization. Let's just see how well it's executed.

 

[Enki_Amenra]

The grey hairs complaining of obscured views will just have to get over it. Cumberland Avenue is dead as a doornail economically, and there is no bringing it back. This is a great plan for revitalization. Let's just see how well it's executed.

Grey hairs? How old do you need to be to be considered a grey hair?

 

[WoodsmanVol]

Oh yeah, the first thing I thought when standing atop Neyland looking out over the Tennessee River was "they should add some buildings to block some of this gorgeous view."

I'll give them this. This whole "entertainment complex around sports venue" thing is a shining example of the modern college sports ethos.

I like to think a post where I suggested 1-11/2 ago such a venue inspired these renderings. In addition to posting it here, I sent the same Dan White. But I never entertained the idea it would actually be read, or if read, give any mind. But it sure looks like my and crazy is being considered.

Missing is my idea of a sort of canal from the river served by raft-like craft to ferry boaters and strollers right up to the stadium. Underground parking and walkway to the stadium so regular traffic is not impeded.

Nearly forgot. Another wild and crazy idea I had was a secured drive-in or indoor giant screen theater setting, charging admission for away Vols games for locals. Concession stand run by BBQ pit masters. Maybe even more than one community location. Dere's gold in dem dar heels.

 

[Brave Volunteer]

Could be impressive for recruits…….nothing else like it in SEC

It looks messy and overdeveloped! It completely kills the scenic "college town" appeal of that area and instead makes it look like a common modern pro sport venue! Plus, all that addition still doesnt fix the biggest issue with the outer part of the stadium, which is the ugly "erector set" scaffolding! I hate it!

 

[dobre_shunka]

I like to think a post where I suggested 1-11/2 ago such a venue inspired these renderings. In addition to posting it here, I sent the same Dan White. But I never entertained the idea it would actually be read, or if read, give any mind. But it sure looks like my and crazy is being considered.

Missing is my idea of a sort of canal from the river served by raft-like craft to ferry boaters and strollers right up to the stadium. Underground parking and walkway to the stadium so regular traffic is not impeded.

Nearly forgot. Another wild and crazy idea I had was a secured drive-in or indoor giant screen theater setting, charging admission for away Vols games for locals. Concession stand run by BBQ pit masters. Maybe even more than one community location. Dere's gold in dem dar heels.

Rafts, why not subs? Disney yanked the 20000 Leagues ride out so probably can get a deal on these.

 

[ArmchairQB]

One thing I've learned is to be a little skeptical of the "artist renderings" of construction projects in their early stages. They don't always resemble the finished product.

Before we were talking about commercial districts, there was just the south stadium renovation project. The ramp from gate 10 was gone in initial drawings, but then it was back again. They're in the thick of work and that ramp's still there. In these drawings, it's gone again. If it does go, I wonder to what extent that undoes current construction.

 

[WoodsmanVol]

Rafts, why not subs? Disney yanked the 20000 Leagues ride out so probably can get a deal on these.

I do believe I did suggest such a thing. I know I had the thought in my head, but don't recall if I actually articulated it. Love the idea. Not sure if Disney or someone will sue us if we did, but love the idea.

 

[BowlBrother85]

Grey hairs? How old do you need to be to be considered a grey hair?

LOL.

I don't think of "grey-hairs" as much about being old in age, as I think of it being a term applied to people who are stubbornly resistant to significant changes being made in the name of economic progress. These are people who cling to old-fashioned ideals, because they feel threatened that what they personally value the most will be left behind by modernization. For better or worse, times change. Landscapes will change with the times.

 

[BowlBrother85]

Before we were talking about commercial districts, there was just the south stadium renovation project. The ramp from gate 10 was gone in initial drawings, but then it was back again. They're in the thick of work and that ramp's still there. In these drawings, it's gone again. If it does go, I wonder to what extent that undoes current construction.

Prime example of what I mean.

 

[tomq_123]

Like it or not, this is the direction venues like Neyland are and are going. We won’t be the last to do this type of thing. Would be great if they could tie it more directly (not just a bridge) to TBA.

 

[Voltopia]

LOL.

I don't think of "grey-hairs" as much about being old in age, as I think of it being a term applied to people who are stubbornly resistant to significant changes being made in the name of economic progress. These are people who cling to old-fashioned ideals, because they feel threatened that what they personally value the most will be left behind by modernization. For better or worse, times change. Landscapes will change with the times.

lol, the notion that enjoying the scenic views of the Tennessee river from the stadium constitutes "old-fashioned" thinking is certainly a hot take.

As for the rest, not buying it. No one is saying "don't build new buildings." They're saying "putting the buildings directly between the river and the stadium ruins the view." Because it does. And considering how often visitors both frequent and infrequent cite the uniqueness of Neyland's relationship, both literally and figuratively, with the Tennessee River and the Vol Navy, well, you'll pardon us if we don't share your enthusiam for sacrificing that on the altar of "economic progress."

I mean, by that logic, we should shut our mouths if they had decided to build five hotels and blocked off everything. Right? After all, "economic progress."

 

[Brave Volunteer]

lol, the notion that enjoying the scenic views of the Tennessee river from the stadium constitutes "old-fashioned" thinking is certainly a hot take.

As for the rest, not buying it. No one is saying "don't build new buildings." They're saying "putting the buildings directly between the river and the stadium ruins the view." Because it does. And considering how often visitors both frequent and infrequent cite the uniqueness of Neyland's relationship, both literally and figuratively, with the Tennessee River and the Vol Navy, well, you'll pardon us if we don't share your enthusiam for sacrificing that on the altar of "economic progress."

I mean, by that logic, we should shut our mouths if they had decided to build five hotels and blocked off everything. Right? After all, "economic progress."

I'll add to this, as if both things MUST be mutually exclusive! There's absolutely no reason why both scenic beauty and economic progress cannot coexist.

These renderings are just bad design, period! As if 100+ thousand fans still wouldn't show up to games and spend money if all that **** wasn't there! Hahaha!! Exactly what "progress" are we lacking economically around Neyland that constitutes this level of perversion of the surrounding area??

 

[Scot Harvath]

Love it or hate it, it looks nothing like it did when I was there in 71-74, nor do I. lol

 

[I4Vols]

The university would identify alternative parking solutions for use if G10 is temporarily offline.

Hilarious, there are already less spots available this year than any other. Where in the heck will you find enough parking spots to replace G10, even temporarily?

I-40 west perhaps?

 

[Voltopia]

Love it or hate it, it looks nothing like it did when I was there in 71-74 nor do I. lol

Now that righ there is some truth for all of us, brother.

 

[BowlBrother85]

lol, the notion that enjoying the scenic views of the Tennessee river from the stadium constitutes "old-fashioned" thinking is certainly a hot take.

As for the rest, not buying it. No one is saying "don't build new buildings." They're saying "putting the buildings directly between the river and the stadium ruins the view." Because it does. And considering how often visitors both frequent and infrequent cite the uniqueness of Neyland's relationship, both literally and figuratively, with the Tennessee River and the Vol Navy, well, you'll pardon us if we don't share your enthusiam for sacrificing that on the altar of "economic progress."

I mean, by that logic, we should shut our mouths if they had decided to build five hotels and blocked off everything. Right? After all, "economic progress."

Where else are you going to put them? There are limited options when you have a campus built on a hillside riverbank, which also sits adjacent to the city's downtown business district. Like I said before, Cumberland Avenue is dead, and it's not making a comeback.

Sorry it hurts your view.... but this isn't going to go your way.

 

[MSME Vol]

Love the idea, but this execution is terrible. At least try to match the architecture style of the hill

 

[Jax_Vol]

Grey hairs? How old do you need to be to be considered a grey hair?

Older than age 25

 

[WoodsmanVol]

I now remember why I didn't push the submarine idea. I figured rafts with fans paddled through a river connected canal was more fitting to our frontier man /Davy Crokcett connection.

 

[Rushin Orange Collusion]

Like it or not, this is the direction venues like Neyland are and are going. We won’t be the last to do this type of thing. Would be great if they could tie it more directly (not just a bridge) to TBA.

And this is where ski lifts would come into play! That would give the area a modern “Jetson” feel. How popular / convenient would that be for folks tired of walking around the Entertainment District.

 

[SmokeyDaBear]

I’m not trying to hate real hard here. I get that they want to generate more revenue. IMO A tasteful update of the area and the stadium would be great for half the cash, but this is why an average person can’t afford to take their kids to a game. Buying 4 tickets to the UT Chattanooga game is like $600. Because we created weird bar areas and special seating that’s empty when it’s a non-con game. It sucks for the average fan who gets to go to a couple games a year maybe and wants to take the family. I fear those days are over.

 

[TAF]

And this is where ski lifts would come into play! That would give the area a modern “Jetson” feel. How popular / convenient would that be for folks tired of walking around the Entertainment District.

AHHHH...one of the MANY Rides I was in charge of at the Fair was the "Sky Ride'...so, it actually EXISTED in that EXACT AREA over 40 years ago...

 

[BowlBrother85]

AHHHH...one of the MANY Rides I was in charge of at the Fair was the "Sky Ride'...so, it actually EXISTED in that EXACT AREA over 40 years ago...

Way off topic, but just curious .....

Does anyone else remember going up in the Sunsphere exhibit and seeing a video presentation that included still shots of naked women on a beach?

Every time I was at the World's Fair (I turned 9 years old in 1982), I would ask my parents if we could go up in the Sphere again. My dad would say, "Sure thing!" and my mom and sister would just roll their eyes at each other ,,,, My sister would say, "They just wanna see that woman's butt again."

 

[Orangethumb]

I like the idea but it looks sooo trendy.

 

[VOLLeeann]

AHHHH...one of the MANY Rides I was in charge of at the Fair was the "Sky Ride'...so, it actually EXISTED in that EXACT AREA over 40 years ago...

Weren't a lot of people killed? Was that on your watch? How do you feel about it?