lake elsinore diamond--seating bowl improvements
lake elsinore, CALIFORNIA
minor-league ballpark
After 18 years of use, the seats at The Diamond were due for an overhaul, and updated ADA standards required enhanced sightlines for wheelchair-accessible seating. Seizing the opportunity for a broader transformation, Larimer Design collaborated with the Lake Elsinore Storm to reimagine the fan experience. The result is a series of dynamic “ballpark neighborhoods” providing diverse seating options, flexible group areas, improved wheelchair viewing angles, casual dining spaces, and inviting gathering spots.
2017 Seating Bowl Improvements Included:
380 premium padded seats behind home plate
158 high-top seats behind home plate
28 four-top group seating areas
6 flexible group seating boxes
50 wheelchair-accessible seats with improved sightlines
Standing-room drink rails along the Main Concourse
Enhanced seating bowl circulation
Total seat replacement within the seating bowl
These upgrades revitalized the seating bowl and delivered measurable results for the Storm, including:
6% year-over-year increase in attendance
12% year-over-year increase in ticket revenue
5% year-over-year increase in sponsorship revenue
10% year-over-year increase in group ticket sales
Heightened fan excitement and satisfaction with a variety of seating options
The project modernized The Diamond and elevated the overall fan experience, solidifying the stadium as a premier destination for unforgettable game days. Larimer Design’s expertise in creating flexible, accessible, and engaging sports venues was key to transforming both the aesthetics and functionality of the ballpark.
Client: City of Lake Elsinore
Architect of Record: Larimer Design
General Contractor: Maples and Associates
Structural Engineer: KPFF
MEP Engineer: ME Engineers
Branding Consultant: M3 | Messenger Corp
Venue Tenant: Lake Elsinore Storm
League: California League
Classification: Advanced-A
Major-League Affiliate: San Diego Padres
Project Completion: April 2017
Seating Capacity: 6,400
Project Cost: $1.9 million