'Walter P Moore has been providing structual engineering expertise to major sports stadia since 1950, so when it comes to trends past, present and future, it knows what's what. Lee Slade, senior principal, identifies a few trends, looking forward:

The recruitment of high-profile 'design'architects. Increasingly, stadia are seen as a piece of architecure in a community.

Moving roof forms that are more exciting, more affordable and more reliable than ever before. Keeping the cost down on materials.

Putting retractable roofs on smaller venues, such as tennis or swimming facilities.

The rapidly expanding university market.

Suites, premium seating, new press facilities, ADA compliance, improved concourses and improved security. ...'