T-Mobile Center
Sustainable innovation meets versatile design
Project Facts
| Location | Kansas City, Missouri |
| Owner | City of Kansas City, Missouri |
| Size | 640,000 SF |
| Cost | $276 million |
| Status | Completed 2007 |
| Capacity | 18,500 seats |
Overview
Redefining the event landscape while raising the bar for eco-friendly, cost-saving innovation, this multi-purpose arena accommodates NBA basketball, NHL hockey, AFL arena football, concerts, circuses, and more. Its adaptable seating quickly optimizes sightlines for various events, while its long-span roof supports accessible rigging grids and advanced lighting and sound systems. T-Mobile Center has become a key component in the vibrant urban fabric of downtown Kansas City and stands as one of the most successful concert venues in the United States.
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About the Project
As structural engineer, Walter P Moore harnessed the power of Grade 65 high-strength steel to craft an engineering marvel that would forever transform the landscape of Kansas City sports. With an emphasis on innovation and sustainability, this development revolutionized form and function in structural design.
The centerpiece of T-Mobile Center is the low-profile, long-span truss roof. This engineering masterpiece elevated the aesthetic appeal of the arena and enhanced the experience of upper-deck patrons by providing improved main event sightlines, while also slashing steel costs through its efficient design.
The support structure for the arena’s doubly curved and faceted glass cladding system is also a project highlight. This engineering feat not only ensured structural integrity but also created a visually striking aesthetic. The result was an arena that offered dramatic views to patrons both within and outside the venue.
