AT&T Stadium

Stadium Design Blends an Iconic Past with a Leap into the Future Nicknamed “America’s Team,” the Cowboys’ former stadium was known for its iconic Ring of Honor and “hole” in the middle of the roof. Forward-thinking HKS architects incorporated those brand features into the team’s new home, AT&T Stadium, designing a retractable roof and prominent interior space to honor stars of the past. But the stadium design also steps into the future, redefining what fans expect from an NFL gameday experience. With plush stadium seats, luxury boxes at field level, the world’s largest jumbotron and art worthy of a modern art museum, it provides experiences that reset the benchmark for professional football fans. Canted 800-foot glass walls span the length of the stadium and the longest single-span arches in the world support the structure’s interior while framing its two end zone entry plazas. Mission Critical: In designing the home of the Dallas Cowboys, HKS created a stadium with unmatched versatility, from its iconic operable walls and roof, to its flexible seating bowl and outdoor plazas. The data center is no different. Each element of the data center was prepared with contingency in mind, so that the stadium can remain a beacon for the ultimate football experience. The redundant 450kW, 480V UPS system complements eight power distribution units, with an added unit fed from a static bypass switch from A&B for single-corded equipment. The data center also features three 1,500kW, 4,160V generators with parallel switchgear and 24-hour runtime fuel storage, and N+1 configuration with a backup switchgear lineup. Redundant CRAC units supply underfloor air distribution. Chilled water is supplied by a chilled water plant, and back-up chilled water is provided by air-cooled chillers, supported by emergency generators. With this mission critical data center, the stadium is ready for game day, every day. Awards: Sports Facility of the Year, SportsBusiness Journal / SportsBusiness