MARC Stadium Visual Story

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Arrival at MARC Stadium

A car park with parked vehicles. Concrete pavement separates it from the road. Accessible parking is marked with signs and yellow bollards. A concrete plant box has plants and small trees. Next to it is a modern facility building, with a grass area to the right.
A car park with parked vehicles. A road runs through the middle with pedestrian markings. Accessible parking spots are marked with signs and yellow bollards. A concrete plant box contains plants and small trees. Adjacent is a modern facility building made of concrete, glass, and beams. A grass area is to the right, bordered by tall lamp posts along the road
Accessible car parking spaces are marked with signs and yellow bollards. Adjacent is a modern facility building made of concrete, glass, and beams. A grass area lies to the left, bordered by tall lamp posts along the road. Bike racks are positioned at the sides of the building. A concrete plant box hosts plants and small trees.
A concrete pavement adorns the concourse, with vehicle parking on the far left. In the middle stands a modern facility building of concrete and glass, featuring a large circular shade with steel mesh. The entrance boasts a floor-to-ceiling glass wall with an automatic door. Chairs and bike racks are visible on the left side.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Birds squawking (galahs)
  2. Construction sounds
  3. Vehicles sounds
  4. Gravel crunching under tyres
Smell

Smells

  1. Fresh air
  2. Cut grass
  3. Mulch
  4. Bitumen
Touch

Feel

  1. External weather conditions
  2. Change in floor surfaces
  3. Excitement & anticipation
  4. Open space
Sight

Sight

  1. Architecturally designed structure
  2. Steel mesh, glass & concrete
  3. Extensive car parking
  4. Pedestrians
  5. Large, open spaces

Entrance at MARC Stadium

To the right is a staircase with handrails and truncated domes. Inside, a high ceiling accommodates a mezzanine. Straight ahead is the reception desk. Retractable banners are positioned on the left, near the glass window. To the right of the reception is the stadium, secured with glass walls. The floor boasts a firm vinyl finish.
In the middle lies the reception desk with white walls and enclosed windows. Retractable banners flank the left side near the glass window. On the right, the stadium, secured with glass walls, is visible. The floor has a firm vinyl finish. Adjacent is the stadium, enclosed with glass, revealing polished timber floors and an industrial-style ceiling.
The stadium entrance features a manual outward-opening glass door with wall signage, including a defibrillator. To the right, a corridor leads to toilets, lockers, and change rooms. On the left, another corridor leads to bathrooms, Change Places, and the Function Room. Bench chairs and drinking fountains are mounted on the wall. The wall is adorned with foliage decoration, while the ceiling is white. The floor is firm vinyl.
To the left of the corridor is an accessible bathroom with signage. White tiles cover the floor, while the wall is painted green and white with foliage decoration. The ceiling features a porous design with a strip of LED lighting. Bench chairs and drinking faucets are positioned against the wall, facing the glass enclosure of the stadium.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. People yelling & shouting
  2. Directional instructions
  3. Sounds of bouncing balls
  4. Echoes
  5. Hum of air conditioners
Smell

Smells

  1. Sporting ointments (faint)
  2. Air conditioning
  3. Body odours (close proximityl)
  4. Bathroom odours (maybe noticeable)
  5. Cleaning products
Touch

Feel

  1. Change in air temperature
  2. Firm, vinyl flooring
  3. Excitement & anticipation
  4. Close proximity to others
  5. Relief (in bathroom)
Sight

Sight

  1. High, white ceiling
  2. Glass doors
  3. People queuing
  4. Spot lights
  5. Glare & reflections

Stadium

The stadium is a spacious area with polished timber flooring marked for various ball games. The ceiling has an industrial aesthetic with exposed beams, aluminum insulation, and ample skylights. On the left, a mezzanine offers seating for spectators, surrounded by glass.
The stadium features a spacious area with polished timber flooring marked for various ball games, including four basketball courts. Its industrial-style ceiling has exposed beams, aluminum insulation, and ample skylights. The left wall is concrete with worn tiles, while the right wall is made entirely of glass. A fire hose reel is visible on the far right.
The stadium features a spacious area with polished timber flooring marked for basketball. Its industrial-style ceiling has exposed beams, aluminum insulation, and ample skylights. The wall behind is entirely made of glass. A fire hose reel and an "exit" sign are visible on the left. A basketball board is in the middle and on top of it is a digital screen.
A spacious seating area overlooks the stadium with bench chairs positioned in the middle. The stadium, surrounded by glass, features timber flooring. At the far end is a glass door marked with an "Exit" sign. The floor is firm vinyl, and the ceiling has a white porous design with fluorescent lighting.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Loud thuds of bouncing balls
  2. Loud footsteps
  3. Shouts from spectators & players
  4. Cheering
  5. Instructions from coaches
Smell

Smells

  1. Varnish & paint
  2. Cut timber
  3. Controlled air
  4. Sporting ointments
  5. Body odours (close proximity)
Touch

Feel

  1. Excitement & anticipation
  2. Nervousness (watching or playing)
  3. Close proximity to others
  4. Elevated heart rate
Sight

Sight

  1. White steel beam ceilings
  2. Spectators watching game
  3. Extensive skylights & down lighting
  4. Glare & reflections
  5. People playing ball sports

Level 1 Function Room

The mezzanine floor includes a lift on the right and stairs with handrails and truncated domes. A view of the lobby below is visible, along with retractable banners in front of the reception. Far ahead is a glass door that opens outward. The floor has vinyl tiles, and the wall and ceiling are all white with a porous design and LED lights.
To the left is a staircase equipped with handrails and truncated domes. To its right is a lift and a manual glass door. Banners are affixed to the wall. To the right is a glass railing. The floor has firm vinyl, and the walls and ceiling are all white.
To the left is a lift. Next to it is a manual inward-opening glass door leading to the Function Room, surrounded by glass. On the right is another lift and a manual glass door. A site map is affixed to the wall. A foldable table rests against the left wall. The floor has firm vinyl, and the walls and ceiling are all white.
The Function Room is a spacious area with vinyl flooring. A large flatscreen TV is mounted on one wall. Three doors provide access, including one leading to the stadium's spectator area. The walls are white, and the ceiling features a white porous design with fluorescent lighting.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Footsteps on vinyl floor
  2. Hum of air conditioning
  3. Echoes
  4. Bouncing balls from stadium
  5. Cheers from spectators
Smell

Smells

  1. Rubber & vinyl floor
  2. Food & drinks (during functions)
  3. Air conditioning
  4. Sporting ointments (faint)
Touch

Feel

  1. Close proximity to others
  2. Excitement & anticipation
  3. Hungry & thirsty
  4. Change in floor surface
Sight

Sight

  1. Strip lighting on ceiling
  2. Outlook over stadium
  3. Large, open spaces
  4. White walls & carpeted floors
  5. Spectator seating
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