Exclusive: Renderings of the Astrodome Conservancy's $1 billion plan to repurpose landmark stadium
On Wednesday, the Astrodome Conservancy unveiled its ambitious $1 billion plan, Vision: Astrodome, with a mission to answer the decades-long question of what to do with the landmark. Gensler Houston design firm created the redevelopment concept.
A $1 billion proposal is the latest plan to refurbish and save the iconic Houston Astrodome
The Houston Astrodome has been in limbo, waiting for its chance at a second life since being shuttered more than 15 years ago. It was a technological marvel when it opened in 1965. But its heyday has long passed and it hasn’t been home to a sports team since the Astros left in 1999 and it was closed to all events a decade later.
Astrodome Conservancy unveils new plans for the ‘Eighth Wonder of the World’
Opening in 1965, the Astrodome was the world’s first domed and air-conditioned stadium. The Astrodome Conservancy unveiled new plans to bring the ‘Eighth Wonder of the World' back to life.
Astrodome Conservancy unveils $1B plan for future of iconic Houston landmark
If you're new to the Bayou City - coming up with a plan for the 8th Wonder of the World is about as Houston as construction, traffic, and experiencing all four seasons in one day.
Houston Astrodome: Conservancy to announce vision for future of landmark
It has been 15 years since the Astrodome officially closed its doors. This morning, an exciting announcement from the group trying to save it.
Here's what the Astrodome will look like if one group's plans are approved
Plans for the Astrodome have come and gone over the years. On Wednesday, the Astrodome Conservancy released what they want to do with it.
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Hooray for yet another new vision for the Astrodome, Houston's abandoned monument to our future | Editorial
The latest concept to reuse the storied stadium would give Houstonians and tourists a top destination --- and one that works even when it's super hot outside.
We heard from the Astrodome Conversancy this week. Now, Houston rapper Paul Wall shares his idea for the 'Dome.
On Wednesday, we heard what the Astrodome Conservancy wants to do with the Dome. Now Houston rapper Paul Wall is weighing in.
New Astrodome Proposal A $1 Billion Question Mark
Of course, the plan comes with not only a $1 billion price tag, but also a lack of authority to implement. The Astrodome is ...
Paul Wall thinks it's time to tear down the Astrodome
Should the Astrodome, Houston's former crown jewel, be finally torn down? Houston legend Paul Wall thinks so, along with a ...
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Houston’s iconic Astrodome could return not just as an entertainment venue space
The redevelopment project, called “Vision: Astrodome,” aims to transform the legendary space into a global entertainment ...
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Saving the Astrodome Still Faces Huge Hurdles
We are fans of the Astrodome. Many of us grew up visiting it for all kinds of events. We have advocated in this space several ...
New proposal for Houston’s Astrodome promises viable path to revitalization
The Astrodome Conservancy says the plan has been in the works for over a year and a half. The building's history has made ...
Long-dormant Houston icon could get a second life as $1 billion redevelopment
After decades of disuse, a world-renowned symbol of Houston is ready to once again get its moment in the sun following the ...