Ben Hill Griffin Stadium Renovation: University of Florida Press Box Tower Demolition by D.H. GRIFFIN

DHG was contracted to perform the selective demolition associated with the two-year, $50 million stadium expansion/renovation that included the addition of 2.900 luxury club seats, expanded press level, renovated and enlarged Bull Gator Deck, enlarged President’s Suite and 34 additional suites. DHG’s selective demo encompassed a 61,600 sf section of the 7-story structure, properly knows as “The Swamp”.

DHG performed total strip-out of the original press box to the structural frame. Crews worked 24 hours a day to meet tight renovation schedule.

PROJECT SUMMARY:

  • Selective demolition of 61,600 sf section of this 7-story structure.
  • DHG worked crews day and night to meet University’s schedule for renovation.
  • Part of a 2-year $50-million renovation of Ben Hill Griffin Stadium or Florida Field as it is also known.

OWNER / CLIENT:
University of Florida 

PROJECT COMPLETED:
2003