The Brief The Dallas Stars have chosen design firm HNTB to create their future arena in Plano, one they plan on moving into by 2031. The Dallas Stars have taken another step towards building their future home in Plano, hiring a firm to lead the proposed arena's design. Stars hire arena design firmDallas Stars arena renderingWhat we know:The Dallas Stars have selected HNTB as the lead design firm for their planned new arena in Plano, the team announced on Monday. Dallas Stars arena renderingWhat they're saying:"We are thrilled to officially announce the selection of HNTB," said Tom Gaglardi, Dallas Stars owner, governor and chairman. Several Plano residents expressed their concerns over the entire Stars arena project during Monday's Plano City Council meeting.