IntroductionAn old sports venue does not always announce that it needs a major upgrade. From a distance, the grass may still look green, the stands may still be recognisable and the track may still appear usable. The harder questions are underneath: Is the base still suitable for current use? Are sa
IntroductionA sports facility becomes genuinely inclusive through many small decisions. The route from the entrance to the field must be understandable. Changes in level must be controlled. Lines should remain visible without making the surface visually confusing. Edges, joints and access areas need
IntroductionA running track at a training centre is judged in the quiet hours between major events. Athletes arrive before a stadium is full, repeat the same drill several times, leave equipment at the edge of the field and return the next day to do it again. The surface has to remain legible and de