SPACE 1 - South Endzone Market

The area between and around the 4 columns was identified as potential for a 4 sided bar and a walkthrough market. I think both of these options could work and this feels like a space that is ripe for a “wow” factor. This area has a large footprint and a captive audience of people coming and going. The area currently is already full of Notre Dame History highlighting Hall of Fame Inductees, Heisman Trophy Winners, National Championships and All Americans. Interestingly enough, this area also boasts probably the most eye-catching, contemporary feature of the stadium with the linear light framing the entrance and highlighting the historical areas. I think this motif is strong and could be carried into the language for the bar/market

 SPACE 2 - Touchdown Terrace

The space between the two existing concession stands is currently a speed lane with ice-bucket beverages. It seems to have a decent amount of foot traffic suggesting something that supports beverage sales would work well in the same space. However, this area is arguably the most photographable space in the stadium. It can be more than a place to pass through but rather a place to gather, and celebrate. I am imagining this space with a more of a bar-in-the-round in the center area with drink rails and high top seating towards the lookout point. I think the concession stands can be re-conceptualized as food supporting this area with stairs and seating above. I can imagine a dynamic space with shade sails and string lights, echoing the excitement in the plaza outside the stadium.

 SPACE 3 - Foley’s Patio

This area is very interesting because it is at the confluence of the Foley’s entrance, the switchback from the lower concourse, and the uppoer concourse itslef, making it almost a node of traffice. The space is deep and is currently occupoed by more of those ice-bucket speed lines for canned beer and wine. There is a lot more space and depth to be used there for something more robust. I think there is a homogony of the f+b experiences in the concourse and this would be an opportunity to elevate it and make a true destination. I am imagining a more permanent looking bar area, maybe a portable/food truck that makes it's way up the conocourse, games, soft seating, etc….a real outdoor lounge here.

 SPACE 4 - Suite Terrace

This area needs something beyond patio furniture. The views are of course amazing and you can imagine some program out here that pulled people outside. It seems that there are lots of options inside to get a drink or to get some food. I think this place needs an identity.