This auditorium renovation, designed by architects ROSSETTI, was part of a $65 million redevelopment spearheaded by the NHL’s Florida Panthers. Now, in addition to the recently finished Baptist Heath IcePlex, the venue offers a modern multi-use concert and live event space, the upper mezzanine of which uses 3,000 ft² [280 m²] of colour-matched SPS to provide superior strength and vibration resistance in the upgraded balcony area.

SPS was chosen as part of this auditorium renovation due to its exceptional structural benefits:

• SPS panels are robust, vibration-resistant and provide stability for high-capacity venues.
• The inherent dampening properties of SPS minimise noise transfer and improve sound quality for concerts or live events.
• SPS is designed for wear-and-tear and to accommodate high-traffic areas. Despite this, it requires minimal maintenance and actually extends the lifespan of the infrastructure it serves.
• SPS is lightweight and prefabricated, ensuring timely completion of construction without compromising quality.
• SPS is customisable and can be colour-matched to suit the application.

The Fort Lauderdale War Memorial Auditorium dates back to 1950 and has hosted a variety of historical figures, including U.S. Presidents and iconic performers, and SPS was instrumental in preserving this history. Its lightweight nature reduced the need for extensive reinforcement, so by integrating it into the mezzanine-level terrace, the auditorium could maintain its classic exterior without overloading its foundations.

Versatile SPS stadia decking was also used in the renovation of another LiveNation venue, the Coca-Cola Roxy in Atlanta’s Truist Park.