Hackney Hearts Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 Tynecastle Stadium 3 prematurely aged, cheaply built, bright pink stands are being joined by a new main stand, the design of which appears to be a throwback to 60s council office block style architecture. Incompetence and lack of budget has led to delays and compromises in the design. Sports stadia are often far from aesthetically pleasing but this abuses that privilege. I know we shouldn't take this seriously, but come on. 3 bright pink stands? Maroon and grey, to be accurate. The trusses were pink, initially - but that was a long time ago. "Prematurely" aged? I'd say their condition is pretty much what you'd expect after nearly 25 years - and they're due to be refurbed as part of the current process (no mention of that). "Lack of budget...has led to compromises in the design" - I think that's a fairly common issue (unless you're in Dubai, or a bank, etc). "60s (!) council office block" is obviously a contentious one on here - but I think, once we see it finished, Edinburgh council would have been pretty astounded to get something like this built for them in the 1960s. And TBF, not all stadia can look as magnificent as ER. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gerryjambo41 Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 Great pics Obua , I take it they'll be infeerier escalators according sisterworriers.net Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kila Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 Some from today. Great photos obua Steps look good Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jambof3tornado Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 Some from today.Is that the 1st proper escalator photo?? Superb. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mac80 Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 No problem with opinion But some people in world of architecture think outwith the realm of reality To build our new stand within the many restraints is a worthy feat Not even finished yet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BelgeJambo Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 Is that the 1st proper escalator photo?? Superb. They'll no be cheap But certainly classy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bull's-eye Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 The second pic suggests that the lower tier will fit perfectly Only because the pitch is 10 foot slimmer. Shoosh though, it's a secret. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingantti1874 Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 Crest is magnificent.. I want one on my drive.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
obua Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 Toilets progressing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
graygo Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 The second pic suggests that the lower tier will fit perfectly Who'd have thought it eh? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heartsfc_fan Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 Dat badge Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingantti1874 Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 I'm amazed the bottom tier fits perfectly.. They must have got a designer with standard grade maths to calculate the space required.. No expense spared clearly... Great photos obua Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jambof3tornado Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 Toilets progressing.1 bog, we've only got 1 bog Ooonnnnee booo ooooog. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alwaysthereinspirit Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 Some from today.How good is that crest going to look, thing of beauty. Thanks for posting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cut The Crap Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 Some from today. Bottom section nowhere near the edge of the pitch. In fact, they could have fitted in a couple more rows in there to take the capacity comfortably above 20k. :'> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CJGJ Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 Is that the 1st proper escalator photo?? Superb. Cue the 'We've got an escalator in our stand, we've got an escalator in our stand, we've got an escalator in our stand, an escalator in our stand' song !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jambo-Fox Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 ???? An escalator! That badge - I want it in my drive!! Obua- great photos Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fxxx the SPFL Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 Bottom section nowhere near the edge of the pitch. In fact, they could have fitted in a couple more rows in there to take the capacity comfortably above 20k. :'> They could have sunk two rows into the ground and put all season ticket holders over six feet tall into them their heads would still be above ground level and increased capacity by a few hundred more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kila Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 Toilets progressing. Roseberry suite coming along nicely Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jambo-Fox Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 They could have sunk two rows into the ground and put all season ticket holders over six feet tall into them their heads would still be above ground level and increased capacity by a few hundred more. Build a wee wall like when it was all terraces round the pitch! Pass the kids to the front so they can peer over it!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lewis2006 Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 That crest Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hackney Hearts Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 Roseberry suite coming along nicely That's what I thought! Or maybe they're going with the old Pink Bus Shelter look? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
obua Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 ???? An escalator! That badge - I want it in my drive!! Obua- great photos So do I. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HMFC86 Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 The badge looks like a thing of beauty! Be really good seeing the progress in the coming weeks. Really taking shape! Roll on November! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamborello Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 Great photos Obua Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mutley Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 Looks like a kone escalator. Hopefully they are doing the lifts as well, not cheap but pretty much the best kit available. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jambof3tornado Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 Toilets progressing.Hate those European style narrow urinals in pic 1. I can never quite reach. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slashishere Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 Some from today.[/quote That badge is amazing!! As are all the photos today, top work boys! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seymour M Hersh Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 We building a fekkin boat now?? Got to have a funnel to tie our scarves around! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Craig_ Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 Escalators?! By the looks of it, going up the old stairs in Upper N was the only exercise some folks got! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scuj1 Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 Starting to take shape lads , sorting out the exits Today's pics inferior steel going in ! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Obua/Thomaso, would you guys know what the section to the right of the exit is under cover for? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cade Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 Obua/Thomaso, would you guys know what the section to the right of the exit is under cover for? That's the new police box. :'> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debut 4 Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 Cannae wait tae have a Greyfriars Bobby in the new toilets. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seymour M Hersh Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 That Crest! That escalator! That fancy bog for us! That the bottom tier actually fits!!! **** the vermin! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
obua Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 Obua/Thomaso, would you guys know what the section to the right of the exit is under cover for?its a temporary cover,used to keep joints dry.Not being used now as roof is on that part. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scuj1 Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 That's the new police box. :'> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scuj1 Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 its a temporary cover,used to keep joints dry.Not being used now as roof is on that part. Thank you sir. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Selkirkhmfc1874 Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 Just been having a peek on .net (I know). Suggestion is that the laminated decking on the main upper section is a cheap option, but I thought I read that it's actually more expensive than reinforced concrete. Can anyone confirm/clarify this? Sorry if already covered. It is more expensive Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingantti1874 Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 Just been having a peek on .net (I know). Suggestion is that the laminated decking on the main upper section is a cheap option, but I thought I read that it's actually more expensive than reinforced concrete. Can anyone confirm/clarify this? Sorry if already covered. Far more expensive.. Hence why we are using cheap concrete at the bottom.. No point wasting time without desperate **** tards Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seymour M Hersh Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 Far more expensive.. Hence why we are using cheap concrete at the bottom.. No point wasting time without desperate **** tards Don't forget the infeeriur steel too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Selkirkhmfc1874 Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 The inside of the stand gonna be absolutely stunning once complete I've gotta say , be prepared to be pleasantly surprised folks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Different Class Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 Just been having a peek on .net (I know). Suggestion is that the laminated decking on the main upper section is a cheap option, but I thought I read that it's actually more expensive than reinforced concrete. Can anyone confirm/clarify this? Sorry if already covered. Cheap and nasty just like Liverpool's new main stand which is made of the same stuff... More desperate stuff from them! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Selkirkhmfc1874 Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 Cheap and nasty just like Liverpool's new main stand which is made of the same stuff... More desperate stuff from them! Exactly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unknown user Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 Just been having a peek on .net (I know). Suggestion is that the laminated decking on the main upper section is a cheap option, but I thought I read that it's actually more expensive than reinforced concrete. Can anyone confirm/clarify this? Sorry if already covered. They're more expensive than the concrete equivalent but they weigh much less. That meant a saving in foundations and steel needed to hold it up, so it cost less overall as I understand it. I'm struggling to see why that's a bad thing though, the ****ing idiots. "Haha you saved some money" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thomaso Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 Just been having a peek on .net (I know). Suggestion is that the laminated decking on the main upper section is a cheap option, but I thought I read that it's actually more expensive than reinforced concrete. Can anyone confirm/clarify this? Sorry if already covered. "cheap option"!!!!!!! The Club wish - almost totally blew the budget!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bridge of Djoum Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 Exactly. Dunno what they've got planned, but if it's a Hearts themed trompe l'oeil, I reckon it's gonnae look shit hot. Here's some examples of what can be done with a gable end... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk The only mural we need. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bowmans_Boot Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 They're more expensive than the concrete equivalent but they weigh much less. That meant a saving in foundations and steel needed to hold it up, so it cost less overall as I understand it. I'm struggling to see why that's a bad thing though, the ******* idiots. "Haha you saved some money" This. I find it unbelievable that people can see finding a cheaper, yet suitable alternative as a negative! It is good business to do so. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thomaso Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 The second pic suggests that the lower tier will fit perfectly What a relief........ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thomaso Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 This. I find it unbelievable that people can see finding a cheaper, yet suitable alternative as a negative! It is good business to do so. If only the material was cheaper!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thomaso Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 They're more expensive than the concrete equivalent but they weigh much less. That meant a saving in foundations and steel needed to hold it up, so it cost less overall as I understand it. I'm struggling to see why that's a bad thing though, the ******* idiots. "Haha you saved some money" Even though there was a bit of a saving on the steelwork and foundations, the composite decking was far more expensive that the concrete option. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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