Stadium structure

Abstract

To provide a stadium structure in which a special eaves covering an upper side of a spectator stand cam be eliminated and in which a pitch can be easily seen.SOLUTION: A stadium construction 10 comprises: a pitch 12; a spectator stand 14 disposed around the pitch 12; and a building 16 comprising a facility 20 which is provided outside the spectator stand 14, which protrudes above the spectator stand 14, and from which the pitch 12 can be viewed.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 2

Description

Technical Field

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[0001] The present invention relates to a stadium structure.

Background Art

[0002] The following Patent Document 1 discloses an arena in which spectator seats are provided around a field, and a building higher than the spectator seats is provided outside the spectator seats. This arena is provided with a dome roof that can be opened and closed above the spectator seats. The dome roof is suspended via wires by masts built at intervals in a plurality of circumferential directions along the outer peripheral portion of the arena.

[0003] Further, the following Patent Document 2 discloses a stadium building provided with a roof above the spectator seats around a competition field, and a hall provided continuously with a stand having spectator seats and separated from the competition field. The hall is an event hall provided with a roof, internal spectator seats, and a stage.

Prior Art Documents

Patent Documents

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Patent Document 1

Patent Document 2

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0005] In the arena described in the above Patent Document 1, it is considered possible to view the field from the viewing spaces of hotels and apartment houses provided in the building outside the spectator seats. However, since the distance from the building to the field is long, it is difficult to see the field from the building. Further, in order to cover the upper side of the spectator seats, a dome roof is provided separately from the building.

[0006] In the stadium structure described in Patent Document 2 above, it is possible to view the playing field from the spectator seats inside the hall by opening the end walls provided in the hall. However, this stadium structure is designed solely for viewing the playing field from the spectator seats inside the hall, and does not have the concept of viewing the playing field from buildings other than the spectator seats.

[0007] In consideration of the above facts, the present invention aims to provide a stadium structure that allows for easy viewing of the pitch and eliminates the need for a dedicated canopy covering the upper part of the spectator seating. [Means for solving the problem]

[0008] The stadium structure described in the first embodiment comprises a pitch, seating arranged around the pitch, and a building located outside the seating area, which extends over the seating area and provides a view of the pitch.

[0009] According to the stadium structure described in the first embodiment, the building located outside the spectator seats is equipped with a structure that can be projected over the seats. This allows the structure projecting over the seats to be used as a canopy, eliminating the need for a dedicated canopy to cover the upper part of the seats. Furthermore, since the pitch can be viewed from the structure projecting over the seats, it becomes easier to view the pitch compared to viewing it from a building outside the spectator seats.

[0010] The stadium structure described in the second aspect is the stadium structure described in the first aspect, wherein the facilities are residential facilities, commercial facilities, or office facilities.

[0011] According to the stadium structure described in the second aspect, since the facility is a residential facility, commercial facility, or office facility, added value is created for both the stadium itself, which includes the pitch and seating area, and the facility, improving convenience and usability.

[0012] The stadium structure described in the third embodiment is the stadium structure described in the first or second embodiment, wherein a rigid part is provided in the upper part of the building or in the part of the building corresponding to the lower part of the facility, and the outer columns of the facility are suspended from or supported by the rigid part.

[0013] According to the stadium structure described in the third embodiment, the external columns of the facility are suspended or supported by rigid parts provided in the upper part of the building or in the lower part of the facility within the building, so that the facility can be projected significantly from the main building. [Effects of the Invention]

[0014] According to the present invention, a dedicated canopy covering the upper part of the spectator seating area can be omitted, making it easier to view the pitch from the building. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0015] [Figure 1] This is a perspective view showing a stadium building equipped with the stadium structure of the first embodiment. [Figure 2] This is a cross-sectional view showing a portion of a stadium building equipped with the stadium structure of the first embodiment. [Figure 3] This is a cross-sectional view showing a portion of a stadium building equipped with the stadium structure of the second embodiment. [Figure 4] This is a cross-sectional view showing a portion of a stadium building equipped with the stadium structure of the third embodiment. [Figure 5] This is a cross-sectional view showing a portion of a stadium building equipped with the stadium structure of the fourth embodiment. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0016] Embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the drawings. Note that components less relevant to the present invention are omitted from the illustrations.

[0017] [First Embodiment] According to FIGS. 1 and 2, the stadium building 10 having the stadium structure according to the first embodiment will be described.

[0018] As shown in FIG. 1, the stadium building 10 of the present embodiment includes a pitch 12, spectator seats 14 arranged around the pitch 12, and a building 16 provided outside the spectator seats 14.

[0019] The pitch 12 is, for example, a field where competitions such as soccer, rugby, and track and field are held. In the present embodiment, the pitch 12 is provided outdoors and there is no roof above the pitch 12. As an example, natural or artificial turf may be planted on the pitch 12. Also, the pitch 12 may be a dirt ground.

[0020] The spectator seats 14 are composed of a plurality of seats for viewing the pitch 12. The spectator seats 14 are provided so as to surround the pitch 12. In the present embodiment, the spectator seats 14 are arranged continuously along the circumferential direction of the pitch 12. The spectator seats 14 are inclined so as to have an upward gradient from the side closer to the pitch 12 to the side farther away. Instead of the above configuration of the present embodiment, the spectator seats may not be continuous along the circumferential direction of the pitch. For example, a configuration in which there are no spectator seats in a part of the circumferential direction of the pitch may be adopted, or a configuration in which there are no spectator seats at the corner portions of a rectangular pitch may be adopted.

[0021] The building 16 is provided outside the spectator seats 14 as viewed from the pitch 12. In other words, the building 16 is provided on the opposite side of the pitch 12 with the spectator seats 14 interposed therebetween. In the present embodiment, the building 16 is provided at a position facing a part of the circumferential direction of the spectator seats 14 in plan view.

[0022] The building 16 includes a main body portion 18 as a building main body arranged outside the spectator seats 14, and a facility 20 that protrudes above the spectator seats 14 from the upper side of the main body portion 18. The facility 20 is configured to be able to overlook the pitch 12 from the end portion 20A side in the protruding direction (see FIG. 2).

[0023] As shown in Figure 2, the main body 18 is a steel-frame rigid frame structure consisting of multiple floors (11 floors in this embodiment). In this embodiment, the main body 18 is a steel-frame rigid frame structure with braces, but the structural form of the main body 18 can be changed. For example, the main body may be a rigid frame structure with load-bearing walls. Furthermore, the structural type of the main body may be reinforced concrete, steel-reinforced concrete, or wood, etc.

[0024] The main body 18 comprises columns 34 each supported on multiple foundations 32 provided in the ground 30, and beams 36 provided between the columns 34. The beams 36 are arranged to correspond to multiple floor levels. A slab 38 is constructed on top of the beams 36.

[0025] In this embodiment, the facility 20 cantilevers over the spectator seats 14 from the 5th floor to the 11th floor, the top floor, of the main body 18. The area below the facility 20 corresponding to the 1st to 4th floors of the main body 18 is an open space 22. The spectator seats 14 are located in a position that includes this open space 22.

[0026] At the location where building 16 is installed, for example, the seating area 14 includes a first-floor seating area 14A, a second-floor seating area 14B, and a third-floor seating area 14C. For example, the seating area 14 is configured to be integrated with the main body 18. The first-floor seating area 14A is positioned so as to slope downwards from near the beam 36 on the first-floor ceiling side of the main body 18 toward the ground 30. The second-floor seating area 14B protrudes from near the beam 36 on the second-floor ceiling side of the main body 18 so as to slope downwards, and the overhang length of the second-floor seating area 14B is shorter than the length of the first-floor seating area 14A in the direction of inclination. The third-floor seating area 14C protrudes from near the beam 36 on the third-floor ceiling side of the main body 18 so as to slope downwards, and the overhang length of the third-floor seating area 14C is shorter than the overhang length of the second-floor seating area 14B. Alternatively, instead of the above configuration in this embodiment, the overhang lengths of the first-floor seating area, the second-floor seating area, and the third-floor seating area may be made approximately the same.

[0027] In locations where building 16 is not provided, the seating area 14 consists only of first-floor seating 14A (see Figure 1). Although not shown in the illustration, in locations where building 16 is not provided, the first-floor seating 14A is supported by multiple columns. Alternatively, instead of the above configuration in this embodiment, a roof may be provided above the first-floor seating area, or multiple buildings may be provided.

[0028] In this embodiment, the portion of the first-floor seating area 14A on the pitch 12 side is exposed in front of the outward-facing end 20A of the facility 20. However, instead of this configuration, the first-floor seating area may be housed beneath the facility.

[0029] A megatruss 40 is constructed from truss beams in the upper part of the building 16 (the portion spanning the 10th and 11th floors in this embodiment), providing greater rigidity than other floors of the building 16. The megatruss 40 is an example of a rigid section. In this embodiment, the megatruss 40 is provided in the upper part of the building 16 where the main body 18 and facilities 20 are located.

[0030] Facility 20 comprises an outer column 42 and a plurality of beams 36. In the vertical direction of building 16, the plurality of beams 36 of facility 20 are positioned in approximately the same locations as the plurality of beams 36 of the main body 18. The outer column 42 of facility 20 is suspended from the mega truss 40 at the top of building 16.

[0031] Facility 20 is defined as, for example, a commercial facility, a residential facility, or an office facility. Examples of commercial facilities include hotels and other accommodation facilities, and facilities for commercial activities such as the sale of goods and provision of services, such as shops and restaurants. Examples of residential facilities include condominiums and rental housing. Facility 20 may also be a facility that combines residential facilities, commercial facilities, and two or more other types of facilities, such as office facilities.

[0032] As an example, a canopy 50 is provided at the bottom of the facility 20, extending over the first-floor seating area 14A of the spectator seating area 14. The canopy 50 may be a glass beam or a movable roof. Alternatively, the building 16 may be configured without the canopy 50 at the bottom of the facility 20, instead of the above configuration in this embodiment.

[0033] Although not shown in the diagram, when constructing building 16, for example, at least the lower floors of the main body 18 are constructed, and scaffolding is installed in the open space 22 outside the fourth floor of the main body 18. Furthermore, the beams 36 of the facility 20 may be constructed on top of the scaffolding from the fifth floor of the main body 18, with curves or the like, to form a cantilevered canopy, and the building 16 may be completed by lowering the beams 36 of the facility 20 by removing the scaffolding after the building structure is completed. Alternatively, the beams 36 of the facility 20 may be constructed on top of the scaffolding, and the building 16 may be completed by jacking them down after the building structure is completed. Note that the above construction method for building 16 is just one example, and other construction methods may be used.

[0034] (Mechanism of Action and Effects) Next, the operation and effects of this embodiment will be described.

[0035] The stadium structure 10 includes a pitch 12, spectator seating 14, and a building 16 located outside the spectator seating 14. The building 16 has a structure 20 that can be projected over the spectator seating 14, and the pitch 12 can be viewed from the structure 20. This allows the structure 20 projecting over the spectator seating 14 to be used as a canopy, eliminating the need for a separate canopy covering the top of the spectator seating 14. In addition, since the pitch 12 can be viewed from the end 20A of the structure 20 projecting over the spectator seating 14, it is easier to view the pitch 12 compared to viewing it from a building outside the spectator seating.

[0036] Furthermore, in the stadium structure 10, the facility 20 is either a residential or commercial facility. As a result, added value is created for both the stadium itself, which includes the pitch 12 and the seating area 14, and the facility 20, improving convenience and usability.

[0037] Furthermore, in the stadium structure 10, a mega truss 40 is provided at the top of the building 16, and the outer columns 42 of the facility 20 are suspended from the mega truss 40. As a result, in the stadium structure 10, compared to a configuration in which the building does not have a mega truss as a rigid part, the facility 20 can be projected significantly from the main body 18 of the building 16.

[0038] [Second Embodiment] Next, a stadium building 60 equipped with the stadium structure according to the second embodiment will be described. Note that components identical to those in the first embodiment described above will be given the same numbers and their descriptions will be omitted.

[0039] As shown in Figure 3, the stadium structure 60 of the second embodiment comprises a pitch 12, spectator seats 14, and a building 62 located outside the spectator seats 14. In the stadium structure 60 of the second embodiment, building 62 is provided in place of building 16 of the stadium structure 10 of the first embodiment, and the configuration of the pitch 12 and spectator seats 14 is the same as that of the stadium structure 10 of the first embodiment.

[0040] The building 62 comprises a main body 64, which is the main structure of the building and is located outside the spectator seats 14, and a facility 66 that cantilevers out from the upper side of the main body 64 over the spectator seats 14. The upper part of the main body 64, from the middle in the vertical direction, is set back, moving away from the pitch 12 as it approaches the top.

[0041] The facility 66 is positioned along the main body 64, and the upper part of the facility 66, from the middle in the vertical direction, recedes in a direction away from the pitch 12 as it moves towards the upper part. The facility 66 is configured so that the pitch 12 can be viewed from the cantilevered end 66A side. The facility 66 includes an outer column 90 and beams 76 and 78.

[0042] The main body 64 has a structure consisting of multiple floors (approximately 17 floors in this embodiment). More specifically, the main body 64 comprises columns 74 each supported on multiple foundations 72 provided on the ground 30, beams 76 provided between the columns 74 of the lower floors, and beams 78 provided between the columns 74 of the upper floors. Furthermore, the main body 64 includes columns 80 of the upper floors that extend diagonally in a direction set back from the pitch 12. In this embodiment, the main body 64 above the 7th floor is set back in a direction away from the pitch 12.

[0043] In this embodiment, the facility 66 cantilevers over the spectator seats 14 from the 6th floor to the top floor of the main body 64. The area below the facility 66 corresponding to the 1st to 4th floors of the main body 18 is an open space 22, and the spectator seats 14 are provided in a position that includes this open space 22. As an example, the spectator seats 14 are configured to be integrated with the main body 64.

[0044] Facility 66 is, for example, a commercial facility, a residential facility, or an office facility. Facility 66 may also be a facility that combines residential facilities, commercial facilities, and two or more other types of facilities such as office facilities.

[0045] In this embodiment, the lower part of the facility 66 is provided with a canopy 100 that extends over the first-floor seating area 14A of the seating area 14, but the facility 66 may also be configured without the canopy 100.

[0046] In the stadium structure 60, the same functions and effects can be obtained by having the same configuration as the stadium structure 10 of the first embodiment.

[0047] [Third Embodiment] Next, a stadium building 110 equipped with the stadium structure according to the third embodiment will be described. Note that components identical to those in the first and second embodiments described above will be given the same numbers and their descriptions will be omitted.

[0048] As shown in Figure 4, the stadium structure 110 of the third embodiment includes a building 112 located outside the spectator seats 14, instead of the building 16 of the first embodiment. The building 112 comprises a main body 18 and facilities 20. In the building 112, a truss frame 114 is provided at a position corresponding to the lower part of the facilities 20, instead of the mega truss 40 provided on the upper part of the building 16 of the first embodiment. The truss frame 114 is an example of a rigid part. In this embodiment, the truss frame 114 is provided in the part of the building 112 where the main body 18 and facilities 20 are located. In the building 112 of this embodiment, the outer columns 42 of the facilities 20 are supported by the truss frame 114. The other configurations of the stadium structure 110 are the same as those of the stadium structure 10 of the first embodiment.

[0049] In the stadium structure 110, the same functions and effects can be obtained by having the same configuration as the stadium structure 10 of the first embodiment.

[0050] Furthermore, in the stadium structure 110, a truss frame 114 is provided at a position corresponding to the lower part of the facility 20 in the building 112, and the outer columns 42 of the facility 20 are supported by the truss frame 114. As a result, in the stadium structure 110, the facility 20 can be projected significantly from the main body 18 compared to a configuration in which the building does not have rigid parts such as a truss frame.

[0051] [Fourth Embodiment] Next, a stadium building 130 equipped with the stadium structure according to the fourth embodiment will be described. Note that components identical to those in the first to third embodiments described above will be given the same numbers and their descriptions will be omitted.

[0052] As shown in Figure 5, the stadium structure 130 of the fourth embodiment includes a building 132 located outside the spectator seats 14, instead of the building 16 of the first embodiment. The building 132 comprises a main body 18 and facilities 20. In the building 132, a truss frame 134 is provided at a position corresponding to the vertical middle portion of the facilities 20, instead of the mega truss 40 provided on the upper part of the building 16 of the first embodiment. The truss frame 134 is an example of a rigid section. In this embodiment, the truss frame 134 is provided in the part of the building 132 where the main body 18 and facilities 20 are located. In the building 132 of this embodiment, the outer columns 42 of the facilities 20 above the truss frame 134 are supported by the truss frame 134, and the outer columns 42 of the facilities 20 below the truss frame 134 are suspended from the truss frame 134. The other configurations of the stadium structure 130 are the same as those of the stadium structure 10 of the first embodiment.

[0053] In the stadium structure 130, the same functions and effects can be obtained by having the same configuration as the stadium structure 10 of the first embodiment.

[0054] Furthermore, in the stadium structure 130, a truss frame 134 is provided at a position corresponding to the vertically intermediate portion of the facility 20 in the building 132. The outer columns 42 of the facility 20 above the truss frame 134 are supported by the truss frame 134, and the outer columns 42 of the facility 20 below the truss frame 134 are suspended from the truss frame 134. As a result, in the stadium structure 130, the facility 20 can be projected significantly from the main body 18 compared to a configuration in which the building does not have a rigid section.

[0055] 〔supplementary explanation〕 In the first embodiment, a mega truss 40 is provided on the upper part of the building 16, but the present invention is not limited to this configuration. For example, a strong frame may be provided as a rigid part on the upper part of the building. Alternatively, columns or beams thicker than the columns 34 or beams 36 on the lower part of the building may be provided as a rigid part on the upper part of the building.

[0056] Furthermore, in the first, third, and fourth embodiments, the building is provided with a mega truss 40 or truss frames 114, 134 as rigid parts, but the position or configuration of the rigid parts can be changed. For example, multiple rigid parts may be provided at intervals in the vertical direction of the building. Alternatively, a strong frame may be provided as a rigid part, or columns or beams that are thicker than the columns or beams of other parts of the building may be provided.

[0057] Furthermore, in the second embodiment, a rigid section may be provided in the part of the building 62 where the facility 66 is located. For example, a rigid section such as a truss frame may be provided in the part of the building 62 corresponding to the lower part of the facility 66. Alternatively, a rigid section such as a truss frame may be provided in the middle of the vertical direction of the location where the facility is located in the building, or a rigid section such as a truss frame may be provided at a location corresponding to the upper part of the facility in the building.

[0058] Furthermore, in the first to fourth embodiments, buildings 16, 62, 112, and 132 are positioned opposite a portion of the circumferential direction of the spectator seating 14, but the present invention is not limited to this configuration. The extent to which buildings are provided around the spectator seating can be changed. For example, buildings may be provided to surround the spectator seating rather than just a portion of it, as long as they do not obstruct sunlight reaching the pitch.

[0059] Furthermore, in the first to fourth embodiments, the spectator seats 14 are integrated with the main body 18 or the main body 64, but the present invention is not limited to this configuration. For example, the spectator seats may be structured separately from the main body of the building.

[0060] Furthermore, although the spectator seating area 14 is not covered by a roof in the first to fourth embodiments, the present invention is not limited to this configuration. For example, a roof may be provided in areas of the spectator seating area other than where facilities are installed.

[0061] Although the present invention has been described in detail with respect to specific embodiments, it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that the present invention is not limited to these embodiments, and that various other embodiments are possible within the scope of the present invention. [Explanation of symbols]

[0062] 10 Stadium Buildings 12 pitch 14 spectator seats 16 buildings 20 facilities 40 Mega Truss (Rigid Section) 42 Outer pillar 60 Stadium Buildings 62 buildings 66 facilities 110 Stadium Buildings 112 Buildings 114 Truss frame (rigid section) 130 Stadium Buildings 132 buildings 134 Truss frame (rigid section)

Claims

1. Pitch that is not covered by a roof, Spectator seating arranged around the pitch and positioned in a stepped manner towards the pitch, A building comprising a steel frame structure rising from the ground outside the aforementioned spectator seating area, and comprising one of the following facilities: residential facilities, commercial facilities, or office facilities, which can be projected over the spectator seating area as a canopy and allow a view of the pitch, A stadium structure having the following features.

2. The stadium structure according to claim 1, wherein a rigid section is provided in the upper part of the building or in the lower part of the facility in the building, and the outer columns of the facility are suspended from or supported by the rigid section.

3. The stadium structure according to claim 1, wherein a rigid section is provided along the entire area of ​​the facility, including the cantilevered portion, in the vertical middle section of the facility in the building, the lower outer columns of the facility are suspended from the rigid section, and the upper outer columns of the facility are supported by the rigid section.

4. The spectator seats are, The first-floor spectator seating extends from the aforementioned building and is in contact with the aforementioned pitch, The stadium structure according to claim 1, further comprising upper-floor seating extending from the building above the first-floor seating area.

5. The canopy or any other canopy provided below the facility is The stadium structure according to claim 1, which extends to the front row of the aforementioned spectator seats.

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