Pictures: Milwaukee Bucks release new renderings of entertainment block
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks released on Wednesday, November 16th a new set of renderings of the entertainment block that will be constructed adjacent to the new downtown arena.
According to the Bucks, this new entertainment block will span from N. Fourth St. between W. Highland Ave. and W. Juneau Ave. Officials say it is a central element of the master design plan for the new arena and surrounding development -- and will feature an active space designed for year-round community use featuring a mixture of dining, entertainment and retail.
Milwaukee Bucks entertainment district
The entertainment block was designed by Gensler and Milwaukee-based Rinka Chung Architecture, with landscape design services from the Office of James Burnett (OJB). Brookfield-based Hunzinger Construction will manage the construction of the new entertainment block, while New Berlin-based Veit & Company, Inc. is currently overseeing the preparation of the site including demolition of the existing parking structure. The entertainment block is expected to be completed in time for the opening of the new area in the fall 2018.
Milwaukee Bucks entertainment district
Bucks President Peter Feigin said of the entertainment district:
"This new space will be a transformational addition to the community and a year-round hub for activity in downtown Milwaukee. Our ownership had a bold vision for a flexible space that will connect the neighborhood, spur additional development and empower additional local businesses to partner with us in revitalizing this portion of the city. Our fantastic design partners on this project have brought that vision to life and we’re beyond excited to see this project taking shape."
Milwaukee Bucks entertainment district
The entertainment block will be adjacent to the new Milwaukee Entertainment & Sports Center. Scheduled to open in fall of 2018, the 714,000 square foot arena will be home to Milwaukee Bucks basketball and other sports and entertainment events.
Milwaukee Bucks entertainment district