FSU Stadium Skybox Remodel

Tallahassee, FL

Sam Burton, Project Manager

Stephanie Jen, Designer

Final Project Cost: $139,932

Project Start Date: April 23, 2024 Project Completion Date: July 8, 2024
The project went 1 week longer than planned. Click here for a detailed cost and timeline breakdown.

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Project Summary:

– Tight timeline, Clients wanted an upscale look and feel

Are you ready for some FSU Football?

This would be our second FSU stadium skybox remodel but this one was a little larger. The clients contacted us in late April 2024 with the goal of being ready for the fall football season, which meant everything had to be complete by July 10th.

They wanted an upscale look and feel to the space, not your typical “garnet and gold” makeover. They had some great memorabilia they wanted to show off including signed jerseys and prints.

FSU Stadium Skybox: Before/After

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We got rid of the bathroom so we could expand the kitchen and add the island (there is a public bathroom right down the hall)

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FSU Stadium Skybox Remodel upgraded bar and seating area

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FSU Stadium Skybox Remodel modern dining table with field view and wall TVs

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Key Updates:

Removed Bathroom
Expanded Kitchen
Added Full Sized Fridge
Added Island with Seating

cUpgraded Sound System
cAdded 2 Frame TVs
cUpgraded Stadium Seats
cNew Drop Ceiling

These projects are logistically challenging but also a lot of fun. We gutted the entire space and redesigned it completely so that it could support more people and provide an upscale atmosphere.

Initial Concept and Budget

Process: Our initial design and budget consult includes 3D concept drawings and a good better best budget for your project. This gives us a pretty good idea of what the project might look like and help to create a more accurate budget. We also continue to explore options in the design phase.

Before Plan

The FSU stadium skybox was pretty basic before the remodel. A very small kitchen and 8 stadium seats. It did have a small bathroom (one of the only skyboxes that did). Portable tables were brought in for serving food and extra seating.

FSU Stadium Skybox before remodel 3D floor plan layout

Before: Basic layout with a small kitchen

Initial Concept

FSU Stadium Skybox Remodel 3D rendering of new kitchen and seating layout

Initial concept: remove bathroom and expland the kitchen. Add island and a bar for game viewing.

Initial Budget

After the initial concept review the budget for the project was $130,471. We creating an alternate version that brought the budget down to $112,340 but the client preferred the first option.

Design and Planning

Process: After you have approved your initial concept and budget the design process begins, starting with our designers visiting your home. We have between 2-4 design meetings in our showroom to finalize all the details of the project, including a fixed price contract and a detailed project calendar.

Final Design

During design the clients decided the extra cost of the island was well worth it so the desinger created some new options for them that included widening the opening between the kitchen and living room.

They also decided against new floors in the living room and doing tile in the kitchen instead of wood.

Final Design: The final layout was similar to the concept with a few changes.

Materials and Fixtures

Our Favorite Things

Every project has a few things that really make it stand our or were special to the homeowner. Here are our favorites.

FSU Stadium Skybox Remodel custom cabinetry with Seminole barware and dark backsplash

Walnut cabinets with open shelving for memorabilia

FSU Stadium Skybox Remodel modern sink with gold faucet and wood cabinetry

Dekton countertops are tough enough for the messiests guests

FSU Stadium Skybox Remodel seating with direct view of the stadium field

Of course the view is the best feature!

FSU Stadium Skybox Remodel upgraded theater-style seats with glass divider,

Upgraded stadium seating with custom glass backer

Backsplash has a hint of gold in it.

The island provide more intimate seating for people who aren’t as focused on the game.

Project Challenges

Challenges And Solutions During Construction

The logistics of working at Doak Cambell Stadium are always a little challenging. This project was also under a tight deadline.

Unexpected Delay: Refridgerator

The Fisher-Paykel fridge was ordered from Mays-Munroe and delivery was delayed multiple times. Fortunately we got it installed right before the project completion.

Ceiling Issue

After removing the bathroom we realized the ceiling the bathroom area was higher than the rest of the suite. Because of the sprinkler system we could not change the ceiling height so we had to create a small coffered area where the bathroom was.

Stadium Seating

The facilites team at the Stadium accidentally threw away the stadium seating. This turned out to be a benefit as they replaced with with newer, upgraded seating.

Project Timeline and Final Costs

Project Timeline

Like most of our project this one started right on time. We did finish about 1 weeks past our expected completion due to a delay in countertop install. The counter was initially mis-cut and had to be remade.

Total project length was 10 weeks (1 week longer than expected).

Proposed project start date: April 23, 2024
Actual Project Start Date: April 23rd 2024

Proposed Completion Date: June 27th, 2024
Actual Completion Date: July 8th, 2024

Summary of Project Costs

Initial Estimate: $130,471

Fixed price proposal: $137,703

During design the client decided to upgrade the countertop material and add a custom made metal island and bar frame.

Change Orders: $2290

The client requrest a few extras during construction.

FInal Project Cost: $139,932 (includes all client change orders)

Project Photos and Video

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Final Project Photos

FSU Stadium Skybox Remodel updated bar area with modern cabinets and artwork, McManus projec

FSU Stadium Skybox Remodel custom shelving with Seminole decor and backsplash

FSU Stadium Skybox Remodel view of stadium seating from upgraded suite

FSU Stadium Skybox Remodel modern wet bar with gold faucet and dark backsplash

FSU Stadium Skybox Remodel herringbone backsplash with Seminole barware

FSU Stadium Skybox Remodel modern kitchen with island seating and Seminole artwork

FSU Stadium Skybox Remodel upgraded stadium-style seating with glass partition and field view

McManus Kitchen and Bath sample budget spreadsheet showing good, better, and best pricing options for cabinetry and countertops

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Our Design and Budget Consult Provides

- 3D drawings to help you visualize options
- A detailed estimate of materials and labor
- A chance to review material and fixture options in our showroom

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Written by: Paul McManus

Paul is owner and President of McManus Kitchen and Bath Remodeling in Tallahassee, FL. He also speaks regularly on remodeling best practices at conferences across the country and Co-hosts the Design Build Remodel Podcast.