Patrick Nelson with Davis Architects
AUBURN ARENA
Auburn, Alabama
Completed 2010

The new Auburn Arena provided a much needed, updated facility for men’s and women’s basketball, women’s gymnastics and the Lovelace Athletic Museum. Incorporated into the arena are two full size practice courts adjoined by a new weight room. Administrative areas overlook the practice courts. Tailgating suites may be used for both basketball and football games. The suites open up facing Jordan Hare Stadium and provide a small outdoor patio and grill space. While the new arena is smaller than its predecessor, all patrons are provided an incredible view of the court, regardless of their seat location.

Patrick Nelson with Davis Architects
BEARD EAVES MEMORIAL COLISEUM
Auburn, Alabama
Completed 2006

The scope of the project was to replace a removable athletic floor with a high end permanent sports floor. The new floor rests on cushioned metal sleepers. Ramps were installed at entrances to the floor to provide ADA access & to resolve the difference in height with the thicker floor. Grade 1 Maple was used for the basketball court playing area while Grade 3 Maple was used for the surrounding field. The border between the two is masked in the painted court surround.