Monthly updates on the development of sports venues and mixed-use districts from Brailsford & Dunlavey

October 2025

PROJECT NEWS

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UNM explores bold south campus transformation

Stadium modernization, mixed-use district could reshape campus, community

Big changes could be coming to the University of New Mexico’s south campus — including a modernized University Stadium and an ambitious mixed-use district designed to fuel economic growth in Albuquerque. With Gensler and Dekker leading the feasibility study and B&D's Venues Practice Group contributing to the athletics master plan, UNM is positioning itself for a bold transformation that blends athletics, community, and commerce. Want to see what’s next for Lobo Country? Click below to read the full story.

THOUGHT LEADERSHIP SERIES: BUILDING THE RIGHT TEAM, PART 3

Rendering of Neyland Stadium, The University of Kentucky

The right team for ancillary stadium projects

Read the final part of our series on strategies for building high-performance teams

Stadium projects don’t stop at the main venue; practice facilities, training centers, and mixed-use developments are often just as critical to long-term success. In the final part of our Building the right team series, B&D's own stadium expert Bill Mykins breaks down the specialized roles, timing, and strategies that ensure these ancillary projects deliver real impact. Don’t miss the conclusion to this three-part series. Click below to read more.

INDUSTRY AWARD

B&D recognized as finalist for P3 award

B&D has been named a finalist for the inaugural P3 Strategic Advisor of the Year award in the 2025 P3 Awards, a new category introduced by P3 Bulletin to honor excellence in public-private partnership advisory work. The recognition places B&D among the nation’s leading firms in this field, with a distinction as the only finalist primarily focused on the higher education sector.

The winner will be announced on Oct. 22 in New York City at the P3 Awards dinner.

CENTERS UPDATE

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Rec center builds campus connections

At the University of New Haven, the David A. Beckerman Recreation Center operated by CENTERS, serves as the campus living room and its largest event venue. From orientation and cultural showcases to galas and graduation celebrations, Beckerman is where student traditions take root. Click below to see how flexible design and CENTERS’ expert operations make this award-winning facility the heartbeat of campus life.

Established in 1998 by Brailsford & Dunlavey, CENTERS was the first company in the U.S. to provide campus center management services for campus life facilities including sports venues, recreation and wellness facilities, student centers, performing arts venues, conference facilities, and more. Visit or view for more info.

ABOUT B&D's VENUES PRACTICE GROUP

B&D's Venues Practice Group is a national leader in sports, entertainment, and event facility development. With a legacy of advising on over $10 billion in venue investments across the country, the group empowers public and private sector clients to unlock transformative opportunities through strategic planning, program management, and community-focused development. From Major League Baseball ballparks to community recreation centers and multi-use sports and entertainment districts, B&D’s collaborative approach ensures that each project reflects the unique goals and aspirations of its community. With deep expertise in feasibility, financial modeling, design oversight, and stakeholder engagement, B&D is committed to delivering venues that serve as economic catalysts and vibrant hubs for connection and pride. For more information go to venues.bdconnect.com.

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