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Arrival at Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium

Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium is a modern sports facility with a large metal-clad building featuring glass doors and windows. It sits between People First Stadium and the Gold Coast Sport and Leisure Centre. 

The car park is spacious and located directly in front of the entrance, with eight clearly marked accessible car parking spaces. From the car park, step-free concrete ramps with handrails lead to the entrance. Access to the building is through a manual outward-opening glass door.

The environment is calm and organised, suitable for sports activities and events, with visitors arriving for various activities.

A large, modern building with a grey facade and multiple glass doors at the front. The upper section has several windows with green awnings. The foreground features a spacious car park with marked parking spaces, including accessible spots with blue and yellow markings. A colourful structure is partially visible on the left side, and there are several tall lamp posts around the area. The ground is paved with asphalt.
A parking area with designated disabled parking spaces marked by blue symbols on the ground. Yellow lines outline the spaces and a pedestrian walkway. On the left, a building with large glass doors and a metal awning. The background features a large, beige building. The ground is paved with asphalt, and there are several bollards near the parking spaces.
A parking area with designated disabled parking spaces marked in blue and yellow lines on the left. A ramp with metal railings leads to the entrance of a building on the right, which has large glass doors and windows with "SQUASH" signs. The building is grey with a flat roof and a covered walkway. A tall structure with a chimney is visible in the background on the left. The ground is paved with asphalt.
Glass entrance doors with metal frames, one door is open. A black mat is on the ground in front of the entrance, with a textured metal grate nearby. Inside, a ramp with metal railings is visible. Reflections of parked cars and a building are seen in the glass. Yellow lines are painted on the pavement outside. The ceiling is smooth and light-coloured.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Vehicles passing
  2. Doors opening
  3. Footsteps echo
  4. Distant chatter
  5. Wind rustling
Smell

Smells

  1. Fresh air
  2. Vehicle exhaust
  3. Nearby grass
  4. Concrete
  5. External weather conditions
Touch

Feel

  1. Warm sunlight
  2. Cool breeze
  3. Smooth pavement
  4. Metal handrails
  5. Change in floor surfaces
Sight

Sight

  1. Metal building
  2. Glass doors
  3. Accessible car parking space
  4. Ramps
  5. Clear signage

Seating

The stadium is a modern sports arena with seating positioned on both sides of the main court. The design includes white brick walls and large glass windows, allowing natural light to fill the space.

Entering through the manual glass door, a staircase with handrails leads to tiered seating. For easier access, a ramp with handrails is located on the left of the entrance. The AusCycling BMX national training centre and Squash Australia facilities sit at opposite ends. Accessible toilets are located before the stairs and ramps.

The environment is dynamic, with the anticipation of competitions and the excitement of spectators filling the space.

A corridor with a ramp on the left, featuring a metal handrail and a yellow tactile paving at the base. The floor is carpeted in dark grey. On the right, there are large glass doors and windows allowing natural light to enter. The ceiling is white with fluorescent lights and ceiling fans. The walls are painted white, and there is a small sign on the left wall. In the background, there are more windows and a view of an outdoor area.
A spacious indoor area with a grey carpeted floor. On the left, there's a ramp with metal railings leading upwards. To the right, a set of stairs with a handrail is visible. A green and yellow bin is placed near the stairs. The walls are made of light-coloured bricks, and there are several fluorescent lights on the ceiling. In the background, a doorway leads to another room with visible tables and chairs.
A corridor with white brick walls and a grey carpeted floor. On the left, there's a metal handrail along the wall. In the centre, two open doors with "Push bar to open" signs lead to a wooden-floored area with sports equipment, including a blue net and bicycles. The right side also has a metal handrail. The ceiling is plain white.
On the left, there's an open entrance with glass doors and a view of parked cars outside. A green exit sign is above the doorway. In the centre, a fire hose reel is mounted on a white pillar. To the right, there are tiered seating with green and yellow chairs, and a set of stairs with a handrail. The floor is polished wood, and the ceiling has exposed beams and lights.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Cheering crowd
  2. Bouncing balls
  3. Announcer's voice
  4. Footsteps on wood
  5. Echoing arena
Smell

Smells

  1. Fresh air
  2. Wood polish
  3. Clean seats
  4. Snacks aroma
  5. Sports gear
Touch

Feel

  1. Smooth seats
  2. Cool air
  3. Vibrant energy
  4. Excitement
  5. Anticipation
Sight

Sight

  1. Bright lights
  2. Colourful seats
  3. Wide court
  4. Sports banners
  5. Ramp with handrails

Courts

The Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium court is a spacious and modern facility with polished wooden floors and high ceilings. The architecture is primarily steel and glass, providing a bright and open atmosphere. The seating area features colourful, tiered bleachers that can accommodate 1600 spectators.

This area has ramps and wide doors. The venue is designed for various sports, including basketball, indoor soccer, and netball, with BMX jumps and squash courts at either end. The space is filled with the sounds of bouncing balls and cheering crowds.

A large indoor sports hall with a polished wooden floor. On the left, there's a white wall with a fire exit door and a green "Push bar to open" sign. Above the door is an emergency exit light. A fire hose reel is mounted on the wall. In the middle, there are tiered seating with multicoloured chairs. The ceiling is high with exposed beams and fluorescent lights. On the right, a grey curtain partially covers the view of the court.
Indoor sports stadium with a polished wooden floor reflecting overhead lights. On the left, there are tiered seating with green and yellow chairs. In the centre, a netted barrier runs along the court. On the right, a black barrier displays logos and text. The ceiling features exposed beams and bright lighting.
A spacious indoor sports stadium with a polished wooden floor reflecting overhead lights. On the right, there are tiered seating areas with multicoloured seats. A netted goal is positioned near the seating. On the left, there are barriers with advertising banners. The ceiling is high with exposed beams and numerous lights. In the background, a large curtain divides the space, and there are additional sports equipment and banners visible.
A spacious indoor sports stadium with a polished wooden floor marked with white and green lines. In the background, there are tiered seating areas with multicoloured seats in shades of grey, green, and blue. Above the seats, large windows allow natural light to enter. The ceiling features exposed beams and lighting fixtures. Signs on the barrier in front of the seating read "Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium" and "Gold Coast."
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Bouncing balls
  2. Cheering crowds
  3. Echoing voices
  4. Squeaking shoes
  5. Whistles blowing
Smell

Smells

  1. Fresh wood
  2. Sweat
  3. Rubber
  4. Cleaning products
  5. Sports drinks
Touch

Feel

  1. Smooth floors
  2. Cool air
  3. Vibrant energy
  4. Excited atmosphere
  5. Accelerated hear rate (while playing)
Sight

Sight

  1. Polished floors
  2. High ceilings
  3. Colourful seats
  4. Sports equipment
  5. Bright lights

Toilets & Changeroom

Accessible toilets are positioned on both sides of the building near the Grandstand entrances. The ambulant changerooms are located at the back of the facility. The unisex accessible toilet features a toilet and shower with grab bars, a shower bench, a hand basin, a hand dryer, and a mirror, accessible through an inward-opening door. 

The changerooms, also accessed via an inward-opening door, have multiple bathroom stalls with toilets and showers, all with grab bars. There is a spacious area with bench seating, hand basins, mirrors, and hooks for belongings. The atmosphere is practical and organised, as visitors prepare for their activities.

A spacious indoor area with a grey carpeted floor. On the left, there are open doors leading to a restroom and an entrance marked "Grandstand 1". In the centre, a bar area with a dark floor and a counter. On the right, large glass doors and windows allow natural light in, with a view of the outside. The ceiling is white with recessed lighting.
On the left, a grey door marked "Ladies" with a sign for a female toilet. In the centre, a narrow corridor with dark floor tiles leads to another door, with a ceiling light above. On the right, an open door labelled "Grandstand 1" with a push bar to open, leading to a carpeted area. The walls are white, and the ceiling is plain with a light fixture.
A clean, accessible bathroom with white walls and a dark tiled floor. On the left, there are grab bars and a toilet with a raised seat. A toilet roll holder and an emergency button are nearby. In the centre, a bin is placed next to the toilet. On the right, a sink with a mirror above it is mounted on the wall. A soap dispenser and a paper towel dispenser are also present. The ceiling is plain white with a small recessed area.
A corridor with a dark grey fire door on the left, labelled "Fire Smoke Door Do Not Obstruct," leading to a staircase with a metal handrail. The floor is carpeted in dark grey. On the right, there is a grey door with a sign indicating accessible toilets. Above this door are two wall-mounted boxes. The walls are painted white, and the ceiling is made of white tiles.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Footsteps echo
  2. Doors opening
  3. Muffled voices
  4. Water running
  5. Toilet flushing
Smell

Smells

  1. Clean air
  2. Cleaning products
  3. Fresh paint
  4. Soap
  5. Neutral scent
Touch

Feel

  1. Cool air
  2. Wet tiles
  3. Soft carpet
  4. Controlled air environment
  5. Refreshed
Sight

Sight

  1. White walls
  2. Grey doors
  3. Bright lights
  4. Players changing clothes
  5. Bench seating
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