VISION FOR THE DALHOUSIE FITNESS CENTRE · The Fitness Centre will be accessible from both South...
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VISION FOR THE DALHOUSIE FITNESS CENTRE · Dalhousie is building a 56,900 square foot, targeted LEED Gold candidate,
Fitness Centre to be located on South Street.
· We are honouring a commitment made to our student community by providing a modern fitness and recreation facility, which is being funded by our students.
· Our goal is to serve the athletic and recreational needs of the entire Dalhousie community – our students, faculty, staff, Dalplex members and our neighbours.
· We are committed to continuing to work with our community as we move forward in bringing this vision to life.
1All content therein updated in March 2016
WE’RE LISTENING
FEEDBACK RECEIVED FEEDBACK IMPLEMENTED
Ensure adequate building setback from South Street
Setback will be approximately 16 metres (52 feet) from South Street. For reference, Eliza Ritchie Hall was setback 18 metres.
Maintain existing building height along South Street
Building height will be approximately 30 feet. For reference, neighbouring residential properties are permitted to build up to 35 feet in height.
Main entrance at the front of the building on South Street
The Fitness Centre will be accessible from both South Street and from the parking lot level. An accessible lift will be located just inside the South Street entryway ensuring easy access for those with mobility issues.
Minimize potential mechanical equipment noise
The facility has been designed to avoid the use of noise generating equipment on the roof. A single chiller, to be used for air conditioning, will be at the rear of the Fitness Centre. This will be temporary until chilled water can be delivered from the central plant.
Heating and ventilation system be directed towards South Street
Air intake and exhaust vents will be directed towards South Street.
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WE’RE LISTENINGFEEDBACK RECEIVED FEEDBACK IMPLEMENTED
Site to exclude the existing parking area to the west of Eliza Ritchie Hall and Dalplex
Vehicle parking along the driveway entrance to Dalplex will be removed for ease of vehicle circulation, and will be replaced with landscaping.
Reduce the length of the building along South Street
The building has been reduced in length by 16 metres from the previous design, and is now 110 metres in length. At this length, we are still able to maintain adequate building setback and overall height, and to provide continuous space for fitness programming. The building was also moved 5 metres to the east.
Enhance landscaping to include more trees at the front of building and along the perimeter of the Dalplex site
Within the scope of this building project, the number and diversity of trees along the site perimeter will be increased on the South Street side, next to Dalplex and on the west entrance of the parking lot. Approximately a dozen large trees on the Fitness Centre site were saved, including two oaks in excess of 100 years old.
Consider offering a discounted, specific time-use membership if separate space is not available for seniors and alumni
Dalplex currently has special senior and alumni membership categories. It is anticipated that these categories will be maintained as will senior specific fitness programming.
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RECENT DESIGN MODIFICATIONSExterior was redesigned The exterior is composite aluminum panel (black in colour) and glass. The
original glass design raised concern about privacy as exercise equipment would have been visible from the street level. Requirements to meet new Nova Scotia thermal code guidelines lead to a rethinking of the building envelope. A reduction in exterior glass also allows for more indoor wall space for storage and indoor fitness activities.
Courtyard was removed This reduces and/or eliminates the potential for noise disturbances commonly caused by social gathering spaces, and addresses the concerns related to a possible wind tunnel effect.
Interior layout flipped The main fitness area, originally on east end of the building, is now on the west end. As a result, the multi-purpose rooms are now at the east end. This flip was necessary to keep alignment of stairwells and structural components.
Mechanical changes HVAC and lighting controls are being simplified for efficiency. PV solar panels can be added at a later date if desired.
Improved and more robust roofing system
Robust material systems, detail rigour, increased inspection program and a long-term system assembly warranty will help protect future infrastructure investments.
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FITNESS CENTRE STREET PERSPECTIVE
View from Northwest looking at South Street entranceway
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FITNESS CENTRE PARKING LOT PERSPECTIVE
View from Southwest looking at accessible entranceway off of the parking lot and connection to Dalplex
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GROUND FLOOR INTERIOR PLAN
Lounge
Accessible LiftReception
Administration
Service Space
PublicWashroom
Storage
Serv
ice
Spac
e
Female Change Room
MaleChange Room
UniversalChange Room
HighPerformance
Gym
SecureBike Storage
EntranceEntrance
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Lower Level Gross Floor Area: 23,620
SECOND FLOOR INTERIOR PLAN
Upper Level Gross Floor Area: 33,280
Cardio Area / Resistance Training / Free Weights / Core Training MultipurposeRoom
MultipurposeRoom
MultipurposeRoom
MultipurposeRoom
Administration
Storage
Storage
Storage
Storage
PublicWashroom
Service Space
Service Space
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VISUALS
GROUND FLOOR
· View of entrance vestibule and reception area
· Full-length corridor leads to change rooms, high performance gym and the connection to Dalplex
SECOND FLOOR
· View of strength training, resistance training and cardio areas
· Windows allow for ample natural light
· Wood wall feature to be built with sustainably-certified materials
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PROPOSED PROJECT TIMELINE
Spring 2014
Summer 2014
Fall 2014
Winter 2015
Spring 2015
Summer 2015
Fall 2015
Winter 2016
Spring 2016
Summer 2016
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BOG approval to proceed with design
Public consultation
Design Design
Public consultation
BOG implem
entation approval
Public consultation
Construction Documents
Public consultation
Public consultation
Demolition and start construction
Project updates during
construction phase
Design Construction complete in Q1 2018