Structure Type: Pavilion
Project Scope:
Project Size: 23,650 sqft
Material: PTFE
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Completion Date: 2007
Market Segment: Event & Entertainment Facilities
Owner: Speedway Motorsports
General Contractor: Behade Builders, Inc
Architect: AI Design Group
Structural Engineer: Structural Engineering Solutions
Enclos Tensile Structures premiered their iconic centerpiece fabric structure during the March 2007 UAW-DaimlerChrysler 400 at the recently renovated Las Vegas Motor Speedway. The 7,000-square-foot structure, strategically located in the center of the speedway “Fan Zone” area, allows NASCAR fans the opportunity to watch the race from a unique vantage point comfortably.
The large steel truss around the PTFE fabric structure, with its size, curvature, and angle, was custom-designed to emulate the theme of a car circling the track. The fan zone features a state-of-the-art media center, concession stands, and an area for live bands and other entertainers to perform. “We are making Las Vegas Motor Speedway the greatest speedway in the world,” says Speedway Motorsports Chairman Bruton Smith. “Las Vegas is all about glitz and glamour. This speedway is as spectacular as anything on the Las Vegas Strip.” Enclos also provided custom tensile structures to cover the two-level 52,000 square-foot roof deck, allowing fans to look directly down into the individual garage stalls as the teams work on their cars. The fabrics provide plenty of shade and eliminate the glare on the glass windows, giving fans a cool, clear view. “This area will offer a perspective on the sport of auto racing that never has been available to the average race fan,” says Chris Powell, LVMS general manager.” And the interactive fan area will bring an entertainment element that is befitting the culture of Las Vegas. The possibilities will be limitless.”
