Located in Windsor, Connecticut, the Day Hill Dome is a 95,000-square-foot air-supported sports facility built for year-round performance. The structure is protected with Shelter-Rite® 8028, a durable, UV-resistant fabric engineered to withstand harsh weather, maintain a clean appearance, and perform reliably over time.

Project Details

Client: Day Hill Dome
Project Site: Windsor, CT
Size: 95,000 sq. ft.
End Use: Multi-Sport Arena
Fabric: Shelter-Rite® 8028 White/Opaque/White TS-215 PVDF top finish and 8028 Translucent White TS-215 PVDF top finish for the skylight
Fabrication and Installation: Arizon Building Systems

Project Story

This 95,000-square-foot air-supported multi-sport facility was designed to deliver a premium indoor athletic experience throughout the year. The structure is home to a regulation-size synthetic turf field (70 × 115 yards), accommodates a full-field play, and can be subdivided for multiple simultaneous games or practices. With an 82-foot peak, it easily hosts competitive events, training sessions, and community programs throughout the year without interruption from the weather.

Arizon Building Systems partnered with the facility owners early in the development process, beginning in 2019, a full year before land was secured. During preconstruction, multiple design revisions were made to address budget constraints and evolving code requirements. These included the addition of several double egress doors at the front of the dome to enhance access and safety. The final facility was delivered in partnership with Claris Construction, Inc., the project’s lead architect.

The owners envisioned a reliable, versatile indoor sports complex that could support uninterrupted year-round programming for games, practices, and community events. The structure needed to be both high-performance and cost-effective while maintaining long-term durability.

Features at a Glance

• Regulation size synthetic turf field
• Fully climate controlled for year-round comfort
• 116 indirect LED uplights for evenly distributed illumination
• Second-floor viewing deck for an elevated spectator experience
  
  
  

Shelter-Rite 8028, a premium architectural fabric manufactured in the United States by Seaman Corporation, forms the foundation of this dome’s durability and visual appeal. This material was selected for its unmatched ability to protect the building and ensure consistent, long-term performance across all conditions.

With over 40 years of proven performance, Shelter-Rite fabrics feature a proprietary coating that resists UV damage and mildew growth. The unique weft-inserted knit construction of the base fabric adds strength and tear resistance, helping the structure retain its clean, long-lasting appearance.

More than just a design choice, Shelter-Rite is a strategic investment in lasting protection, consistent aesthetics, and peace of mind. Facility owners can count on this material to protect their structure for years to come.

For this project, Shelter-Rite 8028 delivered the strength, aesthetic appeal, and reliability needed to meet the owner’s goals. The fabric helped keep the project on schedule and within budget while exceeding expectations for both form and function.

Protect What You Build

Your structure is more than a building. It protects people, programs, and long-term investments. Backed by decades of innovation, Shelter-Rite is one of the most advanced architectural fabrics available today.

Contact us to learn how Shelter-Rite can help you protect what you build.

Photos courtesy of Arizon Building Systems.