Landmark Development released a Chicago Soldier Field renovation proposal video, showcasing a new dome. But, the Chicago Bears aren't convinced.
Landmark Development released a Soldier Field renovation proposal video, showcasing a new dome. But, the Chicago Bears aren't convinced.A dome and entertainment district is showcased in a new video proposal released on Sunday for renovation developments toThe video by Landmark Development and the Reimagine Soldier Field Coalition comes as city officials continue trying to coax the Chicago Bears to remain at the stadium while the team explores the possibility of moving to Arlington Heights.
A new dome is highlighted in the video. It would require rebuilding the end zones with columns engineered to support the structure, according to a Reimagine Soldier Field Coalition release.The group proposed that Landmark and a team of local and national private investment partners build the transit hub above Metra storage tracks and a rail yard across the street from the stadium.
The video also proposes quadrupling the field's food and beverage amenities from 50,000 square feet to 200,000 square feet."Soldier Field is uniquely situated to anchor a truly world-class sports, retail, culinary, and entertainment district," said Bob Dunn, president of Landmark Development. "There is no comparable location to take advantage of all key trends of the future - at the heart of one of the world's most exciting cities.
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