October 16, 2012
Dallas-based HKS Inc. beat out four other competitors to design the new Vikings stadium. At a public meeting on October 15 they released more of their proposed stadium designs. The Vikings and the architectural firm hope to unveil a final design in January or February.
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This is one of two possible roof designs that HKS proposed for the new Vikings stadium. (HKS Architects) link to this photo
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This is a detailed look at how that partially transparent design works. (Courtesy of HKS) link to this photo
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This is a rendering of interior of that proposed Vikings stadium from HKS Inc. (Courtesy of HKS) link to this photo
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Another perspective on a proposed exterior design for the Vikings stadium. These renderings helped HKS win the bid to design the stadium, but they may not end up in the final design. (Courtesy of HKS) link to this photo
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