HNTB unveils 18,000-seat Dallas Stars arena in Plano, Texas

Architecture firm HNTB has revealed plans for a new arena in Plano, Texas, designed to accommodate 18,000 spectators as the permanent venue for the NHL's Dallas Stars. This arena is part of a larger 'year-round district' project that will feature mid-rise structures and a taller office building, situated near the Dallas North Tollway, roughly 20 miles north of the current home of the team, the American Airlines Center in Downtown Dallas. While specific details remain scarce, initial renderings depict a uniquely shaped venue nestled among mid-rise developments. HNTB's chief design officer, Ryan Gedney, highlighted the ambition to create a space that embodies the Dallas Stars' identity and reflects the vibrant culture of north Texas while fostering community engagement. The Dallas Stars' announcement aligns with a broader trend of U.S. sports franchises revealing new stadium projects, including the Kansas City Chiefs' planned 70,000-seat facility by Manica and the Washington Commanders' colonnaded stadium designed by HKS.