Saint Croix Valley Sports Complex
Stillwater, MN The
Saint Croix Valley Sports Complex began with a master plan
developed by AKA. This plan laid the groundwork for the multiple-phase
community center project.
The Complex is
a central recreation facility for the City of Stillwater and
surrounding communities. The arena consists of a NHL-size
ice sheet, seating for 1,200 spectators, locker rooms for
the high school hockey teams, a figure skating room and six
team rooms for tournament play. The field house is an air-supported
structure containing a full-size soccer field. Nylon artificial
turf over one inch rubber elastic padding provides a great
playing surface for soccer and other turf sports. The field
house can be divided into multiple playing fields appropriate
for very young soccer players or for reduced team sized.
To reflect
the logging history of the Saint Croix Valley and to connect
with the historic riverfront, heavy timbers were used to frame
the entry window system and brick was used on the exterior.
The lobby space, flanked by windows on both exterior and interior
walls, allows views to both the street and ice arena. The
space is also large enough to accommodate crowds between hockey
periods and provides a warm space for parents to watch their
children skate.
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