The YMCA Midland Revitalization Project entailed design and contract administration services for the construction of an extensive set of renovation activities within the existing facility.
+VG Architects were initially retained to provide a facility Condition Assessment and Master Plan for the phased implementation of program and deferred maintenance upgrades.
Extensive investigations into building envelope failures were conducted, including destructive testing. Partial re-roofing and wall envelope repairs were performed to remediate the integrity of the vapour barrier, which had been compromised causing the high-humidity air to damage the exterior bonded masonry wall. Key program upgrades included:
- Renovate all Locker Facilities
- Add a new Family Change Room
- New Windows into the Pool & Gymnasium
- New Entrance & Stair at North Side
- Relocate and enlarge Conditioning Area
- Renovate Reception and Public Spaces
- New multi-purpose fitness studios
- Life Safety and HVAC upgrades
The project accomplished twin agendas of extending the usable lifespan of the building for another 25 years, and refreshing the space through a design, which focused on creating light, open, healthy, and inviting spaces.
LOCATION
Midland, Ontario
CLIENT
COMPLETED
2009
SIZE
22,000 ft²
SERVICES
Renovation
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