The Louisiana Superdome, where thousands sought shelter from Hurricane Katrina last month, stands damaged with parts of its roof torn off. Some politicians have said the structure should be torn down, but at press time the decision to demolish, repair, or rebuild it awaited evaluation.
Whatever its fate, the Superdome has been a remarkably versatile monument that stayed under the radar of the design press. That may be due to its strange exterior, which resembles a Jupiter-scaled armored spaceship. It never received a full presentation in record or other national magazines when it was completed in 1975, despite being a landmark project in many respects.
You have 0 complimentary articles remaining.
Unlimited access + premium benefits for as low as $1.99/month.