FEATURE
Catalyst for a New System
by Marge O'Connor
Retrofit Magazine / 06.30.2010
The Louisiana Superdome has a remarkable history. When the state-owned dome opened in August 1975 its architectural appeal gained immediate attention. The dome quickly became a state landmark and one of the country's busiest multipurpose stadiums. When Hurricane Katrina struck New Orleans in August 2005, the dome sustained roof and water damage while protecting nearly 30,000 people from the ravages of the storm outside its walls. Steps to repair the dome, a vital part of the area's economy, began a few days after the storms passed ...
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