Fort Washington, MD
54,000 SF
Designed to meet USGBC LEED Silver certification standards
Architecture, engineering, planning, interiors
Phase I of the project introduced a 40,000 SF recreation complex designed with flexibility in mind to support a variety of wellness, educational, and fitness programs. The facility includes a gymnasium with a suspended indoor track, a climbing wall, workout areas, and group exercise spaces, along with a large multipurpose room, a professional recording studio, a kitchen, and classrooms. Above, an expansive green roof with an open lounge area provides an additional gathering space for relaxation and community engagement. Materials were carefully selected with considerations for budget, durability, maintenance, and sustainability, ensuring a long-lasting and cost-effective solution that serves the community鈥檚 evolving needs.
Building on this foundation, Phase 2 adds approximately 14,000-SF of new construction to the campus, including a state-of-the-art indoor aquatics center. Designed to serve a diverse range of users, the aquatic facility features three distinct pools: a zero-depth beachfront entry pool with handrails for accessibility, a leisure and lap pool with wheelchair lifts, and a warm water therapy pool and spa for rehabilitation and relaxation. Additional amenities include a wet/dry multipurpose space, a first-aid and lifeguard station, therapy rooms, administrative offices, and fully equipped locker rooms, all configured to allow for maximum flexibility in programming and multi-generational recreational activities. In line with the project’s sustainability goals, the design incorporates high-efficiency mechanical systems and clerestory glazing for natural daylighting, creating a bright, energy-efficient environment. Targeting USGBC LEED Silver certification, the project reflects a commitment to environmentally conscious design and long-term community impact.
This recreation complex exemplifies modern design, accessibility, and wellness-driven innovation, transforming an underserved community with a dynamic, sustainable, and inclusive public space. Through its careful integration of health-focused programming, environmentally responsible design, and deep engagement with the local community, the facility stands as a model for the future of public recreational architecture.
Transformed through the process of adaptive re-use, explore how Adams County Human Services Center became a modern hub for community well-being and the new gold standard of how human services are delivered.
