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The University of Oregon recently unveiled plans to build a 170,000-square-foot indoor football practice facility near Autzen Stadium in Eugene.

The project will produce a 130,000-square-foot practice field and a 40,000-square-foot connector between the field and the Hatfield-Dowlin Complex, which is the home of football operations.

Plans call for an exterior shell made from Northwest timber in a curved form inspired by the Oregon 鈥淥鈥�. The center of the roof will have tinted polymer panels supported by a steel cable system, allowing natural light to reach the field without glare while insulating against heat.

The project, entirely funded by private donors, will be managed by the UO Foundation. A university spokeswoman declined to answer any questions, including identification of the architect and other project team members.

The connector will feature an expanded weight room and players’ lounge to provide dedicated spaces for athletes to prepare for games. A ventilation system will help mitigate poor air quality when needed. The building will typically use natural ventilation and daylight, minimizing energy use.

Additional landscape and pedestrian improvements are planned.

The project, which is slated for completion in 2024, is intended primarily for football, but it will benefit other sports by providing additional access to the Moshofsky Center 鈥� the current indoor practice facility, stated Rob Mullens, director of intercollegiate athletics.