Connecticut College, Fitness Center
Location: New London, CT
Client: Connecticut College
Architect: Einhorn Yaffee Prescott Architects (Boston, MA)
Description: Construction Manager at Risk for the 10,406 sf timber-and-glass addition to the College’s Fitness Center, along with renovation of the existing 4,492 sf facility. The two-story addition is constructed of glue-lam timber framing to match the existing facility, with a distinctive glass curtain wall and masonry façade. The new facility provides cardio and weight training options. Interior renovations to the existing facility included installation of a new sprung dance floor, wall finishes, and wall mirrors to support Pilates, dance, and spinning classes.
LEED Silver Certified; Excellence in Construction Award, Associated Builders & Contractors-Connecticut; Ruby Partnering Award, International Partnering Institute.