The Rogers Center, originally named SkyDome, is located in downtown Toronto, near Lake Ontario. Located at the base of the CN Tower, the visually captivating dome stands 31 stories tall and covers 11.5 acres. (CITE 1) Besides its physical dominance, the dome is an architecturally interesting and significant structure as it is the world's first stadium with a fully retractable roof. Additionally, the multi-purpose building is very important to the City of Toronto as the venue has hosted over 50 million people attending thousands of events since it opened just under 25 years ago in June 1989. This report will begin by describing the history of the dome which began as SkyDome and was later purchased by Roger's Communications in 2005 and renamed Rogers Center. Details of the design, structural elements and construction will follow and associated models, drawings and images will accompany the text throughout. I chose not to include details regarding over-budget construction costs that tarnished the dome's otherwise impressive history. The idea to build a domed sports venue in Toronto came after heavy rain during the Gray Cup football game in November 1982. The media dubbed the game "the Rain Bowl." (CITE 2) Rain forced thousands of fans from their uncovered seats to watch the game from the concession stands. Worse, the aging Exposition Stadium also suffered from overflowing toilets. Politicians, including the Premier of Ontario, were among the fans attending the drunken Gray Cup game held at the outdoor stadium. Paul Godfrey, then chairman of Metro, said: “Never again.” (QUOTE) The match attracted nearly 8 million viewers...... middle of paper ......the dome is open during the day, natural light reduces energy consumption and room temperatures Favorable outside air can be exploited. From 1985 to 1989, the pieces of this complex puzzle came together slowly, but in a rigorous way that allowed everyone on the 5,000-person team to create something magnificent. (CITE last)In conclusion, the Rogers Center, formerly known as SkyDome, is an excellent example of a structurally significant building. The success of its innovative design that allows this venue to be used year-round for hundreds of events, including baseball and football games, concerts, trade shows, and is scheduled to open and the upcoming closure of the Pan American Games, makes it a must. part of the city of Toronto. Hopefully this impressive structure will last 300 years as predicted by architect Rod Robbie..