The design of the Braves’ planned new stadium remains a work in progress. “I’d say we are still a couple of months away (from releasing architectural renderings) because once we put it out there, we’re very cognizant of making sure … it’ll be the stadium we feel comfortable we’re going to deliver,” Braves executive vice president Mike Plant said.
Team officials have offered some hints about what to expect, though:
Connection to development: The Braves see the connection between the stadium and the planned adjacent mixed-use development as a defining feature. "We've spent the past few days with our architects talking about the grand entrance from the ballpark village into the ballpark and about some of the gathering places and ways fans will be entertained," CEO Terry McGuirk said in a panel discussion last week. The connection, he said, is "going to be sort of the magic sauce."
Seats closer to field: The design, including cantilevers, will put some seating sections 10 to 15 feet closer to the field than fans are accustomed to, McGuirk said. The Braves plan 41,500 seats, with a high percentage in the lower bowl.
Premium seating: The stadium could have 10 times as many premium seats as Turner Field (4,000 vs. 400) at varying price points, according to executive VP Derek Schiller. Premium seats have an amenity included, such as access to a club area.
