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Fun and fear drive new Universal attraction concepts for Texas and Las Vegas
by Tom Walker | 13 Jan 2023
Universal Parks & Resorts has revealed plans to launch two entirely new visitor attractions concepts – a family-focused theme park and resort in Texas and a year-round horror experience in Las Vegas. Described as a "one-of-a-kind theme park, unlike any other in the world", the new Texas resort will feature immersive themed lands, family-friendly attractions, interactive shows and character 'meet and greets' utilising Universal’s IP. Designed as intimate and engaging for
BrewDog reveals plans for visitor centre and rooftop brewery on Las Vegas strip
by Tom Walker | 01 May 2021
BrewDog has signed a lease for a visitor centre, restaurant and rooftop brewery on the iconic Las Vegas strip. To be located above the Showcase Mall, plans announced by the Scottish brewer for the space include a brewery, an "urban forest", an event and entertainment space and a retro game zone. BrewDog co-founder James Watt had hinted at a Las Vegas launch earlier this year, when he teased that plans
Meow Wolf creates mind-blowing Las Vegas attraction – Omega Mart
by Tom Walker | 02 Feb 2021
Omega Mart, a permanent visitor attraction and art installation built by Meow Wolf, is set to open in Las Vegas, US, this month. The attraction, dubbed "America's most exceptional supermarket", is located at Area15 – an experiential, 200,000sq ft retail and entertainment centre – and will feature more than 250 art projects created by 325 artists. In total, Omega Mart houses more than 60 unique environments that include installation-filled rooms,
$1.9 billion Allegiant Stadium approaches completion in Las Vegas
by Stu Robarts | 24 Feb 2020
Two major construction milestones have been passed at Manica 's $1.9 billion (€1.8 billion, £1.5 billion) Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, with the frame for supporting the roof lifted into place and installation of the seating begun. Practical completion of the stadium is expected by the end of July, after which it will be home to the relocated Raiders NFL team. In addition to NFL games, it will host NCAA
Las Vegas to host world's first 'smart mini-city'
by Tom Walker | 13 Aug 2019
Plans have been unveiled to build the world's first 'smart mini-city' in Las Vegas, US. Real estate trust Bleutech Park Properties said the US$7.5bn (€6.7bn, £6.2bn) project will "redefine the infrastructure sector". The insular mini-city will look to utilise the latest technology available, such as automated multi-functional designs, renewable energies from solar/wind/water/kinetic, autonomous vehicles, artificial intelligence, augmented reality, Internet of Things (IoT), robotics, "supertrees", and self-healing concrete structures. Called Bleutech
Damien Hirst crafts eclectic, art-stocked "Empathy Suite" in Las Vegas
by Andrew Manns | 05 Mar 2019
Mixed media artist Damien Hirst has completed work on the "Empathy Suite" – a kaleidoscopic penthouse in the newly renovated Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas. Furnished with a diverse assortment of Hirst's sculptures and paintings – including a vitrine of sharks immersed in formaldehyde – the two-bedroom apartment, which provides panoramic cityscape views, also comprises a salt relaxation room, a jacuzzi, massage tables, a bar, a fitness studio, and
Oakland Raiders breaks ground on stunning new NFL stadium in Las Vegas
by Rob Gibson | 14 Nov 2017
The Oakland Raiders have broken ground on a $1.9bn (£1.45bn, €1.62bn) stadium in Las Vegas which is due to become their home from 2020. During a glitzy ceremony attended by celebrities, politicians and players last night (13 November), Raiders owner Mark Davis and NFL commissioner Roger Goodell shovelled the dirt to kick off development of the 65,000-capacity, glass-domed stadium – designed by sports architects Manica. The groundbreaking ceremony took place
SB Architects design architectural 'inspiration home' for Las Vegas leisure community
by Kim Megson | 26 Jul 2017
A luxurious new home designed to emulate a stylish and intimate leisure resort has been completed in Nevada, overlooking the Las Vegas Valley. The custom-made property, designed by US practice SB Architects, is the first architectural "inspiration home” to be added to Ascaya – a new community of 313 luxury estate homesites being built in the McCullough mountain range, 1,000 ft (305m) above the valley floor, by billionaire Hong Kong
Wynn Resorts confirms US$500m plans to build man-made lagoon at vegas resort
by Tom Anstey | 26 Apr 2017
Wynn Resorts has confirmed plans to build a US$500m (€458.7m, £390m) lagoon theme park at the company’s resort complex in Las Vegas, Nevada. The 20-acre Paradise Park attraction, which in the day will hosts watersports and in the evening fireworks displays, will be made up of a lagoon with a white sand waterfront, featuring a host of attractions along a 4,000ft (1,220m) boardwalk. Speaking during an earnings call, Wynn Resorts
NFL's Oakland Raiders wins right to move to 'world class' stadium in Las Vegas
by Kim Megson | 28 Mar 2017
US National Football League (NFL) franchise the Oakland Raiders are to relocate to Las Vegas, after other NFL owners voted yesterday (27 Match) to approve the controversial move to Nevada. The Raiders received 31 of 32 votes to approve the move, far above the minimum requirement of 24. It is now in a position to proceed with its ambitions to build a 65,000 capacity stadium on the Las Vegas Strip.
Lenny Kravitz and Philippe Starck collaborate on 'cheekily luxurious' Las Vegas hotel
by Kim Megson | 05 Dec 2016
Designer Philippe Starck, music icon Lenny Kravitz and architecture studio Gensler have come together to design a stylish new hotel in Las Vegas. The W Las Vegas is the first W Hotels Worldwide property in the city. The company, a subsidiary of Marriott International, has taken over the 289 guest rooms of the SLS Las Vegas tower, bringing in a star team of designers to refresh the interiors in a
HOK and ICON Group pledge to 'transform the entertainment industry' with Las Vegas music venue
by Kim Megson | 04 Nov 2016
Global sports and arena architects HOK have been tasked with designing “the world’s largest next-generation music and entertainment venue” in Las Vegas. Located on Sands Avenue in the heart of Vegas, the arena will feature a scalable seating capacity, enabling it to present a wide variety of shows – “from the largest touring concerts to specially designed residencies and full-blown productions and events.” The project is being funded by the
Well & Being spa with evidence-based healthy living concept opens at Las Vegas’s Red Rock Resort
by Jane Kitchen | 17 Jun 2016
Luxury resort and casino Red Rock Resort in Las Vegas has unveiled a newly renovated spa and wellness facility. Managed by Trilogy Spa Holdings, a boutique spa operator, The Spa at Red Rock by Well & Being features customised wellness experiences, including an updated menu of cutting-edge fitness classes, nutrition, integrative medicine, mind-body therapies and advanced skincare. This is the third Well & Being spa for Trilogy – with spas
T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas could be home of new NHL franchise
by Matthew Campelli | 16 Jun 2016
Las Vegas’ US$375m (£264.7m, €333.1m) multi-purpose T-Mobile Arena, which opened in April, looks set to become the home of the latest National Hockey League (NHL) franchise. Reports in the US suggest the NHL has chosen the Nevada city over launching a franchise in Quebec, although the league’s board of governors will hold a formal vote on 22 June. The Populous-designed arena – described by its creators as "a diamond in
MGM’s arts and entertainment district redefines typical Vegas experience
by Alice Davis | 05 Apr 2016
The Park, a brand new entertainment district in Nevada, offers visitors a new way to soak up the famous Las Vegas Strip, according to developer MGM Resorts International. The Park, which opened on 4 April and cost US$100m (€88m, £71m), is a dining and entertainment zone located in landscaped gardens beside the 20,000-seat T-Mobile arena. The pedestrianised area offers a sanctuary from the hustle and bustle of the busy Strip.
'A diamond in the desert': Populous principal explains design for new Vegas arena
by Kim Megson | 04 Apr 2016
For their latest project – a 20,000-capacity indoor multipurpose arena – global architects Populous had to “out-Vegas Las Vegas.” That’s the view of studio principal Kurt Amundsen, who has talked in detail about the creation of the high-profile T-Mobile Arena, which opens to the public in the US city on Wednesday (6 April). The US$375m (€329.5m, £263m) venue will become the region's largest indoor sports and entertainment venue and has
Las Vegas’ AEG-MGM arena to open in April 2016
by Tom Walker | 09 Dec 2015
The 20,000-capacity AEG-MGM indoor arena in Las Vegas, US is set to open to the public on 6 April 2016. Currently being built in the heart of the city, the US$375m (€247m, £342m) venue will become the region's largest indoor sports and entertainment venue and has been earmarked as the possible future home of teams in the National Hockey League and National Basketball Association. Designed by sports architects Populous –
Demolition of Foster + Partners’ unopened Las Vegas Harmon Hotel approved
by Katie Buckley | 12 May 2014
Foster + Partners' unfinished Harmon Hotel on the Las Vegas strip in the US is set to be demolished without even opening its doors. On 22 April, MGM Resorts International received approval to tear down Foster + Partners’ failing structure owing to reinforcing steel not being correctly installed on 15 floors of the 47 story building. The building was intended to provide 207 luxury residences and 400 hotel bedrooms, as
First Nobu hotel opens in Las Vegas
by Kath Hudson | 01 May 2013
Restaurant group Nobu has officially opened the first Nobu Hotel at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, US. The 181-bedroom property – a collaboration between Caesars Palace, chef Nobu Matsuhisa and Nobu Hospitality primary shareholders, actor Robert De Niro and film producer Meir Teper – has been designed by New York-based David Rockwell, who has fused Japanese and Asian traditions with Western influences. Guests staying at the hotel can take advantage
Mega-events centre could bring US$393m to Las Vegas economy
by Aoife Dowling | 04 Dec 2012
A planned mega events centre at University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) could add US$393m (301m euro £244m) to the Las Vegas economy each year, according to an economic impact report. Mark Rosentraub, an expert on economic benefits and the University of Michigan Centre for Sport Management, carried out the report. The proposed UNLVNow complex, would feature an events centre capable of hosting 55,000 spectators as well as a student
US$550m leisure district to open in Las Vegas in 2013
by Aoife Dowling | 07 Nov 2012
A new US$550m leisure district - The Linq - on the Las Vegas Strip is gearing up for its launch in 2013. Owned and operated by Caesars Entertainment Corporation, The Linq will span more than 200,000sq ft (18,580sq m) and is comprised of retail, dining, beverage and entertainment experiences. The project was designed by Washington D.C-based firm David M. Schwarz Architects and the architect of record is Las Vegas-based Klai
Steiner to operate Tropicana Las Vegas spa
by Pete Hayman | 28 Jan 2011
Steiner Leisure is to be the exclusive operator of a new spa facility that is set to open at the refurbished Tropicana Las Vegas Hotel and Casino in Nevada, US. The operator has secured a 10-year agreement from the opening date of the facility, with an option to renew the deal for two five-year periods. Located on the Las Vegas Strip, the Tropicana is currently undergoing a major US180m (£112.8m)
The Cosmopolitan opens in Las Vegas
by Pete Hayman | 05 Jan 2011
A new 2,995-bedroom resort - The Cosmopolitan - has officially opened in Las Vegas, Nevada, US. Facilities include a 100,000sq ft (9,290sq m) casino; the Sahra Spa and Hammam and the Marquee Nightclub and Dayclub, as well as nine retail boutiques. Among the signature spa offerings are a 'reimagined' steamroom; a heated hammam; the Sahra Suite; and a number of other spa suites with treatment areas and relaxation space. The
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