Populous architect explained obstructed-view seats at Bills' new stadium
USA Today • • sports
Key Points:
- The Buffalo Bills unveiled their new $2.2 billion Highmark Stadium, which has faced criticism for obstructed views caused by overhangs, sharp angles, and stairways with plexiglass barriers.
- Jonathan Mallie, managing director of the architecture firm Populous, explained that the stairway design was a deliberate trade-off to provide 360-degree views from the concourse and reduce congestion, a common feature in many NFL and MLB stadiums.
- Mallie emphasized that the design aimed to allow fans to see the game while accessing concessions, marking a significant improvement from the previous stadium's enclosed concourse.
- A source indicated that fewer than 1% of PSL holders raised concerns about sightlines, suggesting most fans were not troubled by the design, though the Bills may need to address the stairway obstructions.
