ROSSETTI is an architectural design and planning firm with a global focus on sports and entertainment, and a community design focus in Detroit.
We offer a full level of design starting with our client’s most expansive dreams and ideas, carried through to the smallest detail during construction implementation. At the same time, we have a deep understanding of how design works and we’re happy to consult on portions of projects where design makes a difference in the experience of a building or development. We also team with other firms on large, complex projects to offer special expertise where needed.
3. DESIGNING EXPERIENCES. GENERATING VALUE. These are the two critical elements that form
our core focus, as well as our promise to our clients.
This requires a strategic approach to architectural design and planning. It’s an approach that
ROSSETTI has developed through 45 years of practice combined with research + development into
how people experience environments. It also creates value for our clients through measurable
impact on their businesses.
We begin with partnership. Together with our client, we discover their vision through immersive
workshops. Research and experimentation is merged with understanding and defining the
experience based on the vision. Our design inspiration is generated from a blend of artistic and
contextual ideas. We feel, live and imagine the experience before it’s manifested. The design story
evolves through collaboration into concept narratives.
We believe our client’s strategic needs are equally important to the design. As a team, we use
our Return on DesignTM approach to dare to go beyond the functional and aesthetic to ultimately
deliver value.
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5. SPORTS VENUES
ROSSETTI is a pioneer in the design and planning of sports and entertainment districts around
the world. We understand the power of “human capital” that sports events routinely draw, and we
know how to capture and manage it for special events as well as legacy mixed-use developments.
ROSSETTI’s work has generated vibrant entertainment districts and created a new model for urban
reinvention.
6. The design for this 20,000-seat soccer stadium and development creates a
strong sense of community belonging. Its program is carefully integrated into
the urban environment, becoming an asset for the city. Visitors arriving from
the transit station are greeted with expansive views to the open bowl.
7. INCHEON FOOTBALL STADIUM
INCHEON | SOUTH KOREA
“
Due to ROSSETTI, this stadium will be the best soccer
stadium in Korea.”
JUNGYONG KIM | BEST ELEVEN
“
8. The Stubhub Center is the most complete training facility for Olympic,
amateur and professional athletes in the U.S. The figure eight
configuration allows for shared back-of-house facilities for multiple
venues at the nucleus, including soccer and tennis stadiums. The venues
are used year-round for training as well as hosting international events.
This stadium is home to the LA Galaxy and Chivas USA MLS soccer teams.
9. STUBHUB OLYMPIC TRAINING CENTER
“
We set out to create the finest soccer venue“ in the country and The Stubhub Center has
delivered on everything we promised.”
TIMOTHY LEIWEKE | PRESIDENT + CEO | AEG
LOS ANGELES | CALIFORNIA
10. This 65,000-seat stadium is designed to entertain a full house with state-of-
the-art facilities in a historic backdrop. To capture the “downtown
experience,” a soaring, glass-fronted entrance and ribbons of windows
at the roof line create an expansive view of Detroit. The historic Hudson’s
warehouse was incorporated into the venue to capture the urban context and
saved $50M of construction cost. The stadium is home to the Detroit Lions
NFL football team.
11. “It is an architectural testament to the rebirth of our city.”
WILLIAM FORD JR. | VICE CHAIRMAN | DETROIT LIONS
FORD FIELD
DETROIT | MICHIGAN
12. The United States Tennis Association (USTA) is host of the U.S. Open,
the largest tennis tournament in the world. ROSSETTI has guided the
USTA Board throughout the ongoing, immersive Vision Plan for optimal
utilization and growth of the 46-acre campus. The award-winning venue
is connected to transit oriented development for a 15-minute ride to
NYC. It is on the list of “must see” events and has become a sports
spectacle featuring not only the highest level of sports action, but great
shopping, dining, sponsor activation and people watching.
13. USTA NATIONAL TENNIS CENTER
FLUSHING MEADOWS | NEW YORK
“
Besides being an award-winning international design firm,
ROSSETTI is committed to understanding the needs of their
clients. ”
DANIEL ZAUSNER | MANAGING DIRECTOR | UNITED STATES TENNIS
ASSOCIATION
16. The Palace is one of the nation’s highest grossing private arenas for
both sports and performing arts events. After creating a sensation with
breakthrough hospitality design two decades ago, ROSSETTI continues
to assist with the evolution of the facility. It has become a world-wide
model for its successful growth from 500,000 SF to over 600,000 SF
through additions and renovations.
17. PALACE OF AUBURN HILLS
AUBURN HILLS | MICHIGAN
“
ROSSETTI continues to produce innovations in sports facility design, and if
given the opportunity, they will produce an amazing facility for you.”
TOM WILSON | FORMER PRESIDENT AND CEO | PALACE SPORTS AND ENTERTAINMENT
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19. TELE2 ARENA HOME OF HAMMARBY IF + DJURGÅRDENS IF
STOCKHOLM | SWEDEN
They have a deep understanding of what fans
want and what an owner needs for return on
investment.”
MARIA LINDQVIST | FORMER MANAGER MARKETING +
COMMUNICATIONS | STOCKHOLM GLOBE ARENAS
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21. TELE2 ARENA HOME OF HAMMARBY IF + DJURGÅRDENS IF
STOCKHOLM | SWEDEN
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23. CENTURYLINK FIELD HOME OF THE NFL’S SEATTLE SEAHAWKS +
“ROSSETTI has brought tremendous creativity and value to the
renovations for CenturyLink Field.”
PETER MCLOUGHLIN | PRESIDENT | SEATTLE SEAHAWKS + SOUNDERS
SEATTLE | WASHINGTON
MLS’ SEATTLE SOUNDERS
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25. STAPLES CENTER
LOS ANGELES | CALIFORNIA
HOME OF THE NBA’S LOS ANGELES LAKERS +
THE NHL’S LOS ANGELES KINGS
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27. STAPLES CENTER
LOS ANGELES | CALIFORNIA
HOME OF THE NBA’S LOS ANGELES LAKERS +
THE NHL’S LOS ANGELES KINGS
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29. ROGERS ARENA BEST BUY CLUB
“
They listened to what we were trying to achieve. We
really appreciate ROSSETTI’s collaborative style.”
GREG DEVEREAUX | CITIZENS BUSINESS BANK ARENA
ONTARIO | CALIFORNIA
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31. CORPORATE OFFICES
Inspire. Motivate. Stimulate. ROSSETTI’s unprecedented environments take workplace beyond
the status quo. Each environment is seamlessly customized for a multi-media, multi-purpose
and energized workplace unique to the people who work there. Our offices are versatile with
proven success of increased productivity. Throughout the design process we help our clients
visually express their corporate brand so that it becomes an integral extension of their culture.
32. This building’s presence catalyzed growth and jump-started economic
reinvestment in the downtown core. Once inside, visitors stand in awe of
the monumental waterfall and art sculpture, which is circled by glass-enclosed
office space. The million square foot, 15-story building hosts
many community events inside its lobby and at its doorstep.
33. COMPUWARE CORPORATION WORLD HEADQUARTERS
DETROIT | MICHIGAN
“
Our goal was to foster an atmosphere
of innovation and inspire urban
reinvestment. The results
overwhelmingly testify that this goal
was met.”
LARRY FEES | VP FACILITIES + ADMINISTRATION |
COMPUWARE
34. The 27,500 SF offices, located on the 10th floor of the Compuware building
in downtown Detroit are open, collaborative and fast-paced. Creativity
and spontaneity are encouraged by writable wall surfaces and welcoming
meeting spaces. Expansive views of downtown Detroit include the firm’s
other acquisitions close by and a backdrop of the Detroit skyline and river.
A mini-basketball court is a replica of the one located inside Q Arena.
35. ROCK COMPANIES EXECUTIVE SUITE
DETROIT | MICHIGAN
“
Phenomenal job. It’s not often that I get to work
with an architect that listens, but one that can take your
suggestions and build upon them.”
JEFF COHEN, MANAGING PARTNER | ROCK COMPANIES
38. ROSSETTI chose a design palette that personifies the “play” segment within
a work context. Based on our client’s belief that the video gaming culture’s
intense graphics have a gravitational pull, ROSSETTI applied a palette of
neon colors, exposed the duct work and opened the spaces to create a highly
motivating workplace experience.
40. After the successful renovation of Clark Hill’s Detroit office, the company
hired ROSSETTI to work on the firm’s Birmingham location. Their goal was
to capture a hip, urban style similar to their Detroit offices yet maintain an
elegant and welcoming space for its upscale clients. The result is a modern,
collaborative and flexible environment for clients and staff.
42. Domino’s challenged ROSSETTI to rethink and re-engineer their space.
The results reinvigorated the world headquarters with a new culture of
collaboration. The exuberant colors and bright finishes energized the
spaces. The new floor plan redefined what pizza meant to them and brought
employees together into the cooking operations.
43. DOMINO’S PIZZA WORLD RESOURCE CENTER
ANN ARBOR | MICHIGAN
“
The ROSSETTI team has succeeded in transforming
our space into a showcase of what Domino’s Pizza
culture is all about.”
DAVID BRANDON | FORMER CHAIRMAN + CEO | DOMINO’S
44. This project combines a 20-story multi-tenant office tower and a 2-story full service
65,000 square foot athletic club atop a 7-story parking structure. The two curvilinear
sides in opposition with two sides of monolithic right-angle walls, combined with the
deep blue-green glass, give Premier Place its bold skyline signature. The gray-green
granite at the tower’s base extends throughout the main entry lobby and the atrium
courtyard with its three levels of skybridges, fountain, glass block gazebo and pools.
46. A total re-branding effort helped both divisions of the business operate
more efficiently and better position the company’s image. Multiple themes
of each concept were developed to tailor varying commercial and residential
marketing segments. The end result is a vivid, inviting space made for
teaming and problem solving. Open offices create a high energy, connected
organization.
47. ORLANS + E TITLE
TROY | MICHIGAN
“
We love our space – it has helped distinguish
our brand identity. Clients love coming here.”
LINDA ORLANS | CEO | ORLANS ENTERPRISES
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49. MASTER PLANNING + TRANSIT
ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT
ROSSETTI helps communities create engaging, dynamic places to live, work and play. With
careful master planning, ROSSETTI develops opportunities through densification goals that
generate economic competitiveness, increase incentives and appeal for more development,
encourage pedestrian-oriented business and entertainment experiences and reduce traffic
impact. We believe that ease of transportation and circulation is critical to the success of any
development. ROSSETTI is committed to transit oriented development (TOD) to further these
goals.
50. The direction of public transit today gives a nod to the past while
embracing the present. Open and light-filled, the transparent glass
panes visually bring the outdoors in while offering shelter from
the elements. Metal panels give the building an industrial feel
reminiscent of old train sheds. The use of brick at the street level
creates a warm, friendly context and welcoming pedestrian feel.
51. BAKERSFIELD AMTRAK STATION
BAKERSFIELD | CALIFORNIA
“
I would characterize ROSSETTI’s creative and artistic
ability as beyond exceptional.”
ALAN TANDY | CITY MANAGER | CITY OF BAKERSFIELD
52. Metropolitan Gardens is the largest transit oriented development in Denver.
With the new FasTracks Light Rail system connecting central Denver with the
surrounding metropolitan suburbs, this site, former home of the Gates Rubber
Company, has become the premier location for mixed use development.
54. This development is located directly above the Dowan Transit Hub, serving the 50
story residence towers, retail complex, subterranean parking and soccer stadium.
Pedestrian traffic flows from the residential and office towers to the transit hub, which
links the light rail and public bus system along the Incheon subway. This line reaches
out from the International Business District, university and through to the airport.
56. The key goals of this design include celebrating urban life through
a cohesive entertainment village. The planning is reconfigured to
connect various types of entertainment and retail businesses through
indoor and outdoor options resulting in a truly four-seasons locale.
57. EDMONTON ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT
EDMONTON | CANADA
“
ROSSETTI was a collaborative and responsive firm, and
they provided hands on participation.”
JAMES LOW | PRESIDENT | C&H PROPERTIES
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59. HOTELS + RESORTS
From grand gestures to cozy private moments, ROSSETTI’s innovative and impassioned design
provides a variety of experiences customized to each project. We study your guests to develop
clubs, restaurants, lobbies and ambient spaces that range from the luxurious to the playful
generating the most successful environments at the right price point for revenue generation.
60. Elegantly designed and styled to reflect local flavor, the casino offers a well-equipped
hotel, spacious gaming, and ample parking. The design’s abstractions of
Greek cultural artifacts are displayed as a dramatic backdrop at the pedestrian-level,
while a 32-story glass tower rises above. The team used several types of
blue glass for the facade to create an effervescent skin to reflect light changes
throughout the day. The base contextually fits the neighborhood with its brick
exterior.
61. GREEKTOWN CASINO-HOTEL
DETROIT | MICHIGAN
“I would highly recommend ROSSETTI to any organization looking to create beautiful
hotel and entertainment venues and other hospitality-oriented spaces.”
MARVIN BEATTY | CFO + OWNER | GREEKTOWN CASINO-HOTEL
64. ROSSETTI envisioned this tennis complex to have a resort-like ambiance
with a Spanish flair, creating a showcase for the Tennis Masters Series. This
vision was translated into a master plan that includes a 16,000-seat stadium
surrounded by 14 tournament courts and connected by a meandering paseo
— designed in the tradition of the streets of Valencia, Spain — featuring
retail and concession spaces, lounges, clubs and restaurants.
65. INDIAN WELLS TENNIS GARDEN
“They are eager to work with you in developing solutions to
fit your unique challenges.”
CHARLES PASARELL, JR | CHAIRMAN + CEO | INDIAN WELLS
TENNIS GARDEN
INDIAN WELLS | CALIFORNIA
66. Taking advantage of every opportunity to capture the beauty of the
site and its surroundings, the project includes a condominium tower
with breathtaking 360 degree views of the water and coastline.
Tennis courts, private lap pools and a spa and fitness center provide
opportunities for relaxation. Also featured are indoor and outdoor
clubs and restaurants, and adjacent retail to serve the needs of upscale
crowds.
68. With a nod to the City’s 1920s and 1930s eclectic architectural vernacular, the building’s remade
concept is contextual to its surroundings without being stale, a cross between industrialism
and contemporary flair. Inside, a warm and familiar setting that serves as Cleveland’s “living
room,” It is conducive to hosting conventions. Rooftop gardens provide superb views of the
downtown area and serve as a unique gathering place. The existing public auditorium will be
connected to the convention center, providing additional meeting and event space.
70. This Lakefront Community includes condos and apartments to accomodate
the members of the Zishan Lake Gold Club. A master planning design was
worked into the natural terrain to allow for enjoyable scenic views for
residents and visitors.
73. SCHOOLS + COMMUNITY CENTERS
Training, recreation and learning facilities are unique environments that hold an important place
in the life of a community. By stimulating, motivating and nurturing, they are the epicenter of
growth for people of every generation. These modern, state-of-the art facilities provide the
technology and equipment for safe, comfortable and inspiring learning experiences.
74. ROSSETTI repurposed this former high school to offer diverse, multi-generational
community programming. Hundreds of classes, space for
corporate meetings, community gatherings and senior center activities are
all housed under this one roof. Separate entrances allow different groups to
come and go, but connect with one common space.
75. TROY COMMUNITY CENTER
ROSSETTI is refreshing to work with. Most architects tell you what you should do from a
superior point of view. They aren’t like most architects. We were brought along as partners
in the design.”
CAROL ANDERSON | DIRECTOR OF PARKS AND RECREATION | CITY OF TROY
“
TROY | MICHIGAN
76. This school for Canadian elite athletes includes 71 teaching areas,two triple
gyms, a weight training area, and other rooms dedicated to learning. It also
consists of a 120,000 SF new sports training center with a 50-meter pool
with spectator seating, field house, martial arts studios, and a fitness center.
Additionally, with a regulation outdoor track, a main competition field, as well
as practice fields, this facility is able to host national events and tournaments.
77. BILL CROTHERS SCHOOL FOR ATHLETES
MARKHAM | ONTARIO
Thanks to ROSSETTI’s leading edge expertise in sports design, we were
able to seamlessly integrate sports, education and wellness into a symbol
of healthy living for the entire community. ”
MAREK ZADWADZKI | SENIOR PRINICPAL | ZAS ARCHITECTS
“
78. Imaginative and fun, kids love to come to this tropical oasis. A beach vacation
theme and a cool color palette attract kids to the school and inspire them to
attend their swim lessons. Social areas create enjoyable spaces for siblings
to wait and parents to relax.
80. This community gathering spot expresses the look and feel of Redondo Beach
today. Its contemporary red façade and playful palette make a bold statement.
The open, user friendly layout is clean and spacious, with a playful palette
of lime green, red, yellow and blue punctuating the otherwise neutral, airy
space. There are reading and tutoring rooms, a community room, and plenty
of spaces for studying.
82. This facility is designed to augment other Oakland County YMCA facilities, and better
serve community needs. The commitment to mind, body and spirit is captured by the
symbolic “Y” at the center of the buildings expansive glass entrance. Inside, the
YMCA philosophy of health and wellness unfolds through a series of inspirational,
calm spaces. This building was the first in the state to use a Terra Cotta rain screen –
a progressive approach to using sustainable materials to help the building breathe.
83. NORTH OAKLAND YMCA
“
A facility like this allows the community to become stronger. It’s a dream come true.”
HENRY MITTELSTAEDT | CHAIR | NORTH OAKLAND YMCA
AUBURN HILLS | MICHIGAN
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85. RESIDENTIAL
Our residential clients come to ROSSETTI for homes, condos and apartments that are not
likely to be replicated next door. They are forward thinking and thrive on creating modern,
brave residences that express their taste and context. These spaces are as comfortable and
as technologically advanced as any, but the design aesthetic is equally important to feed
imaginations on a daily basis.
88. The interior was completely demolished exposing the beautiful cast in
place concrete frame. Units were carefully planned to take advantage of the
unique structure and large expanses of glass. The exterior, with its terra
cotta finishes and massive industrial windows, has been carefully restored
to comply with the US Department of Interior standards for historical
structures.
90. This warehouse was revitalized to further enhance historic character of the
vibrant riverside entertainment district. Each Loft unit offers exposed timber
structure, large expanses of windows, exposed brick, hardwood floors,
spiral ductwork, and an open, modern kitchen. Top floor units are designed
with a spiral staircase leading to a private rooftop deck. The ground floor
offers secure, indoor parking.
91. RIVERPLACE LOFTS
DETROIT | MICHIGAN
“
The key component to ROSSETTI is that, while they
are clearly at the top of the elite architectural giants,
they treat each issue with each client as if they are a
custom boutique shop.”
DAVID FARBMAN | PRESIDENT | FARBMAN GROUP
98. The Monarch is a mixed-use development featuring high-end retail and residential
space. The 11-story tower features one hundred and forty-six housing units,
including a mix of condominiums, townhouses and work/live units. The 19-story
tower contains ninety-eight housing units with luxurious amenities.
100. The CEO of a long-standing client of the firm asked
ROSSETTI to design his new residence with a highly
elegant, luxurious aesthetic. The neutral palette and
warm, rich materials not only meets his goal, but creates
a comfortable and timeless environment in which to live.
105. RETAIL
ROSSETTI brings together fresh, pedestrian-friendly design concepts combined with landscape,
street scape and transportation development for an entire retail package targeted to excite
shoppers and maintain an ease of circulation. By carefully considering a mix of programs and
uses, we help our clients design successful retail developments that become assets to their
communities.
106. Plaza El Segundo is made up of an unusual and varied collection of shopping
districts. The primary district is designed with large format anchor stores
in classic California Mediterranean style. The Collection is comprised of four
elegant buildings faced in Italian travertine and accented with metal panel
cladding and canopies. Its environment is comparable to a walk down Rodeo
Drive. In another zone, The Edge features a specialty district with youth
108. This urban infill project creates a new office, retail and convenience dining
center on an outlot in an existing office complex. The Center is designed as
two buildings which enfold courtyards stepped back from the street to offer
outdoor dining options. The forms were simple to build, yet used materials
layered to create visual interest with depths of light and shadow.
110. Major interior and exterior renovations completed in 2002 included a
revamped valet parking entrance with a new express elevator to the shops
on the seventh level, a remodeled rooftop food court with an outdoor terrace,
contemporary seating areas, and a gracious new Grand Court.
111. BEVERLY CENTER
LOS ANGELES | CALIFORNIA
* Project designed by Jim Renne while with another firm
112. International Plaza offers area residents and visitors unmatched, point-of-difference
merchandise opportunities. The inviting Bay Street outdoor lifestyle
area and a 293-room upscale Renaissance Tampa Hotel complements the center’s
selection of nearly 200 specialty retailers, of which half are new and exclusive to
the market. Each year more than 17 million domestic international travelers pass
through Tampa Bay’s award-winning airport, just a convenient shuttle bus ride away
from the center.
114. Located in the heart of one of the country’s fastest-growing regions, The
Mall at Wellington Green is the centerpiece of a thriving 470-acre mixed-use
development. In addition to the mall, the beautiful Wellington Green
development will include a 10-acre public park, 90-acre recreational lake
and a 400-unit multi-family housing complex, as well as 675,000 square feet
of residual retail, hotel and office space.
115. THE MALL AT WELLINGTON GREEN
WELLINGTON | FLORIDA
* Project designed by Jim Renne while with another firm
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117. STADIA SPORTS GROUP
The STADIA SPORTS GROUP is a collaborative alliance between METROGRAMMA, in Milan, Italy,
and ROSSETTI, in Detroit, Michigan.
This alliance was developed to combine the award-winning urban and master planning talents of
METROGRAMMA with the innovative sports facility design of ROSSETTI. These powerhouse firms
come together as one entity in STADIA SPORTS GROUP. Our goal is to transform underutilized
areas into large-scale sports developments that enhance sports and entertainment opportunities
for communities and countries.
118. This master plan pursues the ambition to design a greener city,
rich sites, community services and infrastructure with the most
innovative and functional mobility.
120. Stadia Sports Group created a massive green island oasis where the
stadium, training and commercial facilities are recessed into the
earth. Parking and operations elements are located underground,
yet are still connected.
122. This master plan explores various types of settlements and
the modulation of density and functions, without overlapping
the adjacent Milanofiori Northern area. It combines
the height and balance of horizontal, green-integrated
expansion, creating high-quality, enjoyable work, research
and housing spaces.
123. D3 ROZZANO AREA REDEVELOPMENT
MILAN | ITALY
PROPOSED MASTER PLAN
124. The three main islands of the Yenisei River are ideal places
for the Expo structures while the urban parks will provide
continuity before and after the Expo. The new projects will
connect to the rest of the town through a new underground
infrastructure and public magnetic levitation transport
which will link Expo Island to the airport.
126. This master plan concentrates on the exploitation of public,
open spaces and the definition of their characteristics,
starting from two main aspects: a public path organized
like a large boulevard-park and a system of artificial hills
conceived as a symbolic landmark of a whole city area.
143. At ROSSETTI, we strive to understand our clients’ expectations of experience and implement that
understanding with great design. It’s our proven formula for designing experiences and generating
value.
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
ROSSETTI
160 W. Fort St., Suite 400
Detroit, MI 48226
313.463.5151
www.rossetti.com
