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Just FYI: The initial impetus for that "compactness" goes all the way back

to the '80s, when Warren Kark was the university architect. He originated the idea of "infill building" to take advantage of Tech's steam tunnel infrastructure as it would reduce the lengths of new tunnel construction. I'm not sure if Tech's newer buildings on the far side of campus use stand-alone HVAC systems?
Posted: 05/12/2026 at 09:54 PM ET
(In response to this post by VTHokie2000)

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Interesting thing I just realized - Lane Stadium is bigger than all but
NOFX • 05/11/26 05:35 PM ET
Not sure but I think Indiana's stadium and Lane were built the same.
Jwunderdog • 05/12/26 04:59 PM ET
Yep. Wake too.**
LaneRat • 05/12/26 05:52 PM ET
Also of note, Lane stadium is 2X as loud. Go Hokies!!**
JoseyWales • 05/12/26 03:37 PM ET
Seems like the current trend is less but better seating. **
40ozDistrict • 05/12/26 11:33 AM ET
Esp in the NFL-- 100% about the exclusive experience opposed to fandom...**
banishedtothelounge • 05/12/26 12:51 PM ET
when merging with the SEC was mentioned, it was pointed out how much ...
HOKIE75-79 • 05/11/26 06:28 PM ET
Still, it’s bigger than Missouri’s stadium
I85Hokie • 05/12/26 08:41 AM ET
Mizzou's capacity used to be over 70K. They're in the midst of a $250M
reestuart • 05/13/26 01:42 PM ET
Are they adding "luxury suites?"**
VTHokie2000 • 05/13/26 02:15 PM ET
From a quick look, they are adding over 2000 premium seats.
reestuart • 05/13/26 02:20 PM ET
Reducing the capacity probably only makes cents/sense if the school has
VTHokie2000 • 05/13/26 02:29 PM ET
The minimum donation per seat is going to be worth a lot more than
reestuart • 05/13/26 03:31 PM ET
Oh I agree. When I said "ticket sales," I was really including any seat
VTHokie2000 • 05/13/26 03:39 PM ET
Yep - biggest detriment is less revenue from fewer seats.**
True Hokie • 05/12/26 07:33 AM ET
Doesn't matter if you can't sell the seats. VT doesn't sell 66,000 seats
hoosnowahokie • 05/12/26 10:33 AM ET
No doubt!
hi5hokies • 05/13/26 06:38 PM ET
Yeah, VT has no need for more seats. They may need more expensive seats,
reestuart • 05/13/26 09:23 AM ET
It is worth keeping in mind that visiting teams receive a portion of the
VTHokie2000 • 05/12/26 12:14 PM ET
Probably due to the number of small private schools in the ACC
EDGEMAN • 05/13/26 06:34 AM ET
Private vs. Public is likely a factor, but it may not be as big of a factor
VTHokie2000 • 05/13/26 08:56 AM ET
I consider Loserville somewhere in the middle when it comes to travel
EDGEMAN • 05/13/26 09:57 AM ET
They do have the potential. I do wonder though if their fan bases heart is
VTHokie2000 • 05/13/26 10:00 AM ET
Guess that's TBD.**
EDGEMAN • 05/13/26 10:44 AM ET
70K is the sweet spot.
Hate2SeeItEnd Hokie • 05/11/26 05:57 PM ET
can't mesh the SEZ with the W and E: building codes. it's been pointed out
HtownHokie • 05/11/26 07:53 PM ET
North End Zone Wouldn't Need Much More Depth (I dont think)
Hate2SeeItEnd Hokie • 05/11/26 08:15 PM ET
Can we cantilever over the access road?
Marooned • 05/12/26 07:16 PM ET
Anything is possible with enough money**
MP4VT2004 • 05/12/26 07:46 PM ET
Clearly, it should be expanded to be a supporting structure for the video
hoosnowahokie • 05/12/26 10:34 AM ET
as well as a parachute landing pad. you know, just in case..........**
squarerootofone • 05/12/26 03:10 PM ET
..and the yearly Metallica concert**
JoseyWales • 05/12/26 03:38 PM ET
Why not just establish a residency?**
VTHokie2000 • 05/14/26 03:11 PM ET
Something to consider for athletic structures is the amount of space
VTHokie2000 • 05/12/26 10:29 AM ET
North End Zone is 137 feet wide currently and South End Zone is 190
MVIII • 05/12/26 08:42 AM ET
if they even dream of expanding NEZ, they better increase the height of the
HtownHokie • 05/11/26 08:30 PM ET
No need to worry...
EDGEMAN • 05/12/26 07:00 AM ET
We'll probably need a new practice field if we rebuild in the N. Endzone...
EDGEMAN • 05/11/26 06:47 PM ET
FWIW the road that runs behind the North End Zone is considered to be an
VTHokie2000 • 05/11/26 06:42 PM ET
My 2 cents: The "infamous" access road can stay PROVIDED that Tech is
PWR2LZ • 05/12/26 09:41 PM ET
Can that road be covered though? It is possible the road has to be left
VTHokie2000 • 05/13/26 09:11 AM ET
Ok, I'm back to this issue: You raise a valid point, but I think the fire
PWR2LZ • 05/13/26 10:11 AM ET
I agree the fire department probably does have some flexibility on how it
VTHokie2000 • 05/13/26 11:48 AM ET
You are correct, #185 is the infamous scoreboard. Fire trucks can drive
PWR2LZ • 05/13/26 12:47 PM ET
Thanks for the edification. I think there may have been a gate on the
VTHokie2000 • 05/13/26 01:46 PM ET
that access road did come in clutch for the fire dept **
kingofcassell • 05/12/26 09:28 AM ET
Yep. Exactly.**
Chris ColemanAdmin • 05/12/26 12:00 PM ET
It is too bad the VT leadership over the years didn't have a little more
VTHokie2000 • 05/12/26 10:37 AM ET
Just FYI: The initial impetus for that "compactness" goes all the way back ◄
PWR2LZ • 05/12/26 09:54 PM ET
I figured there was a logical reason for the decisions at the time. Also,
VTHokie2000 • 05/13/26 09:03 AM ET
Totally agree. We just have to move forward and maybe devote more attention
PWR2LZ • 05/13/26 09:16 AM ET
I thought VT discontinued the marketing strategy a few years ago.**
VTHokie2000 • 05/13/26 09:23 AM ET
They did, and that's my point- no one took the time to use those words as
PWR2LZ • 05/13/26 09:59 AM ET
Interesting info.
RJHokie • 05/12/26 10:01 PM ET
Had famous steam tunnel moles at WUVT
knapnhokie • 05/12/26 11:48 PM ET
The steam tunnels primarily service the academic side of campus, from Upper
PWR2LZ • 05/12/26 10:05 PM ET
I remember some on the lower quad, but they may have closed
RJHokie • 05/12/26 10:09 PM ET
Check this out- link inside.
PWR2LZ • 05/12/26 10:17 PM ET
Good pull!**
saret • 05/12/26 10:37 PM ET
Thanks.**
RJHokie • 05/12/26 10:24 PM ET
Stadium Woods shot down their original plans.
MVIII • 05/12/26 01:19 PM ET
I agree with you that the Stadium Woods killed any plans they may have had
VTHokie2000 • 05/12/26 02:24 PM ET
VT athletics kicked a can down the road.... doesn't ring a bell**
Tombo • 05/11/26 06:55 PM ET
That's because the can is silent. They shoulda kicked a bell instead ;-)**
VTHokie2000 • 05/11/26 07:15 PM ET
Whether a bell or a can, Shayne Graham put it down the middle**
Hate2SeeItEnd Hokie • 05/11/26 08:27 PM ET