Dream style CEO, Lobo fans on same page

“We really liked all the concepts, so it was a great help having the community and fans help us to choose concept number one,” Chavez said. “Their feedback was overwhelmingly positive, and we know the signage is going to look fantastic.”

Signage for Dreamstyle Stadium should be installed by Aug. 1 and for Dreamstyle Arena by Sept. 1, including interior signage, Chavez said. At that time, the old “WisePies Arena aka The Pit” signage will be removed.

Dreamstyle and the design team at Albuquerque-based K2MD came up with six concept packages about a month ago and invited the public to provide feedback through the company’s website.

Among the community responses provided by Dreamstyle:

“The shield has good versatility and is a strong mark.”

“I like concept #1 the best. I appreciate that it incorporates ‘The Pit’ prominently in the design. I also like the shield-like shape of The Pit title. Its appearance is clean and timeless and has a kind of classic, academic-type elegance that will retain its appeal for years to come.”

“Thanks for including the community in your choice.”

“From a photographic standpoint this concept will pop with any photographs taken. The black and silver ‘Pit Shield’ is the best view and memorable.”

“I LOVE #1. The others look too simple and too much like the directional signage on campus, so they don’t look distinct to athletics or do the building justice. Thanks for asking for input!”

“Great job honoring the heritage and name of the pit! This will go over much better in the community.”

“I’m an UNM alum who was on campus when The PIT opened. All of us appreciate that you are giving us a voice in how The Pit is signed. I prefer Concept # 1.”