University of Tasmania Stadium Gates

The University of Tasmania Stadium Entry Gates project delivers a modern, sheltered arrival point that improves safety, accessibility and the overall visitor experience for patrons attending events at the stadium. Designed by PhilpLighton Architects, the new entry structure creates a functional gateway from busy Invermay Road while complementing the existing stadium environment.

A defining feature of the project is the adaptive reuse of three existing 19-metre steel roof trusses, which have been repurposed to form the distinctive cantilevered canopy. This sustainable design approach reduced material waste while giving new life to existing structural elements, demonstrating the value of innovative commercial and public infrastructure design.

The canopy has been carefully designed to wrap around a significant established tree, allowing the new structure to coexist with the surrounding landscape. By positioning the structural supports beyond the major tree root zone, the design protects the mature tree while extending natural shade and shelter for visitors entering the stadium.