North Stand Construction Discussion

[Coatigan]

Anyone know if the hotel rooms not in the main concrete construction but in the metal sections which are connect to the stand , will them rooms be more noisy ? As in more sound will travel as it’s not solid walls ?

They won't be. None of the walls are 'solid' as such, they are both frames, and the internal infill, and external build-up will be the same. Any discrepancy would be picked up in the lining, but minimal. Both also have concrere slabs, and it is also not strictly true that concerte is 'better' than steel acoustically, they have their own strengths and weaknesses. But no, there wouldn't be any difference between them as an experience, that would be ensured for any brand taking it on.

 

[mcfcblue20]

They won't be. None of the walls are 'solid' as such, they are both frames, and the internal infill, and external build-up will be the same. Any discrepancy would be picked up in the lining, but minimal. Both also have concrere slabs, and it is also not strictly true that concerte is 'better' than steel acoustically, they have their own strengths and weaknesses. But no, there wouldn't be any difference between them as an experience, that would be ensured for any brand taking it on.

Thanks for clearing that up , in my head I thought that the rooms in the connection areas would be cheaper as it would not be as sound proof as the rest but as you explained they probably won’t be any different.
Do we know what the rooms will look like and how soon the booking will open up?

 

[nmc]

Thanks for clearing that up , in my head I thought that the rooms in the connection areas would be cheaper as it would not be as sound proof as the rest but as you explained they probably won’t be any different.
Do we know what the rooms will look like and how soon the booking will open up?

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[ssskies]

Just back from the etihad, this is a night video, Colin has a day one to see the differences in how the stadium looks. Couldn't believe how dark it was at 5pm

 

[gouldybob]

Here's NYCFC skybar, not my idea of going to the match, but I do like the waiter service and dedicated bar

 

[Damanino]

do we have an exact date when first time the full extended capacity is in use? like 60K+?
I recall January/February timeline previously...

 

[JOGAMIGMOG]

Has it been announced what they’re creating in that SW corner?

 

[cpoverview]

Sorry its so late, was actually filmed about 12pm

 

[HelloCity]

Sorry its so late, was actually filmed about 12pm

The pitch doesn’t look like it’s in great condition.

 

[Marvin.]

"The North Stand itself will open during the 2025-26 season, with the hotel, workspace and public realm works, including the new fanzone, opening later in 2026." From the annual report.

 

[Coatigan]

Here's NYCFC skybar, not my idea of going to the match, but I do like the waiter service and dedicated bar

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Yes sophistication and a boutique atmosphere is exactly what people want at a football match.

 

[Coatigan]

do we have an exact date when first time the full extended capacity is in use? like 60K+?
I recall January/February timeline previously...

No exact or even loose date stated.

January/February was noted in Sisk's initial programme, and broadly lined up with the Club's claim of 'end of 25/beginning of 26' earlier in the year.

Now, a few people are stating having heard of delays, and the club current statement says 'during the 2025/2026 season'. So chances are spring-time, if you read into it as such.

 

[The Lightbowne Cowboy]

I sit in 023 Colin Bell. I can't wait to play spot the fan when this stand opens. If we don't let the majority go to season tickets(and there's a big enough queue for em) then its going to be the biggest white elephant in football. Maybe it'll take a few Premier league games with rows n rows of empty seats for the clueless fuckers to act!

 

[gouldybob]

Yes sophistication and a boutique atmosphere is exactly what people want at a football match.

Unfortunately the Corporate Crew seem to. The problem for them is the seats face that green rectangle that 23 people seem to trespass on.

 

[jrb]

Picture credit CP Overview.

Obligatory Etihad stadium and city centre skyline shot.



Control room.

It pretty much fills the whole current void

 

[bladdered]

They won't be. None of the walls are 'solid' as such, they are both frames, and the internal infill, and external build-up will be the same. Any discrepancy would be picked up in the lining, but minimal. Both also have concrere slabs, and it is also not strictly true that concerte is 'better' than steel acoustically, they have their own strengths and weaknesses. But no, there wouldn't be any difference between them as an experience, that would be ensured for any brand taking it on.

Is that why when I stay at Sachas all I can hear is Hairy Mary from Moston going like the clappers all night?

 

[HelloCity]

I’m not a fan at all of the light grey panelling.

Just looks overly large and overbearing.

Might have looked better and more uniform if they’d added more ducts in the lower section.

 

[HelloCity]

 

[faulknr]

I’m not a fan at all of the light grey panelling.

Just looks overly large and overbearing.

Might have looked better and more uniform if they’d added more ducts in the lower section.

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Can't agree more. This is far worse (and far more visible) than any brickwork niggles.

 

[mcfcphil]

I’m not a fan at all of the light grey panelling.

Just looks overly large and overbearing.

Might have looked better and more uniform if they’d added more ducts in the lower section.

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Yeah, I really like the development generally, but the cladding… looks cheap