College of the Desert Athletics Facilities C13-005-PID-01 The LEED Gold project will include a new gymnasium, new tennis courts, renovation of an existing shower and locker building, and an upgrade of the existing athletics courtyard. A twostory north-facing glass atrium lobby will connect the gymnasium with upgraded athletics courtyard. Envisioning the future
C13-005-PID-02 Fitness Building Renovation New Tennis Courts Existing Building Athletics Courtyard New Gymnasium Existing Building 0 60 N A cohesive plan for the future The goal of the site design is to connect the existing campus with the new gym, fitness building, and tennis courts. The existing courtyard will be enhanced with new concrete paving and plant material while maintaining existing seating areas and shade elements. Six tennis courts, including a championship court with lights and spectator seating will be east of the courtyard. Site Plan
C13-005-PID-03 1. The Hilb Library located in the center of the campus designed by John Carl Warnecke 2. The Fountain of Knowledge located in the forecourt to the Hilb Library dates back to the original campus design and represents the visual connection between the community and the campus 3. The Athletics Facilities site is in close proximity to the center of campus and requires the blending of the Warnecke architectural style that features hundreds of columns supporting the covered walks that have arches that rise from the columns at the same angle as well-trimmed date palm fronds College of the Desert Campus Campus Athletic Facilities 2 1 3 3 Context
C13-005-PID-0 9 The campus is based on a 15 structural grid that organizes all the building outlines and column locations. 8 2 3 7 7 7 6 6 5 1 A A Fitness Building Renovation 1 Weight Room 2 Multipurpose Room 3 Dance Room Showers / Restroom 5 Reception / Adjunct Offices 6 Faculty Offices 7 Storage 8 Mechanical Room 9 Outdoor Covered Walkway 1 2 10 8 7 9 9 B New Gymnasium 1 Outdoor Covered Walkway 2 Lobby 3 Competition Basketball Courts with 3 crosscourts Team Lockers 5 Student Lockers 6 Showers / Restroom 7 Concession 8 Janitor Closet 9 Storage 10 Restrooms 3 5 6 6 5 8 A 9 N B B 0 15 Floor Plan
C13-005-PID-05 Exterior View
C13-005-PID-06 1. The open lobby space of the gym building will create a seamless connection to the courtyard and serve as a transition space between indoor and outdoor functions 2. Lobby trophy display wall 1 2 Interior View
C13-005-PID-07 2 3 5 1 Skylights North Elevation 5 2 1 3 West Elevation 2 Glass facade 3 Precast concrete 5 3 South Elevation Slot windows 5 Desert landscape Elevations
C13-005-PID-08 Heating and cooling for the College of the Desert Fitness Center is provided by the campus high efficiency central chilled and hot water plant. The renovation of the Fitness Building includes all new HVAC systems with -pipe fan coil units and exposed ductwork. New mechanical systems are hung below the ceiling to integrate with the open interiors of the fitness rooms, while avoiding adding rooftop mechanical equipment and screens to the existing structure. The new Gymnasium Building includes a single air handling unit that directly conditions the gymnasium as a large singe zone, an approach that simplifies mechanical equipment and controls. Building air is transferred from the gymnasium through the lobby before returning to the air handling, providing indirect space conditioning of the lobby. Occupant comfort in the lobby is enhanced by four large circulating fans mounted from the ceiling. Conditioned air is also transferred from the gymnasium to the locker rooms and restrooms to serve as makeup air for the 100% exhaust systems in these spaces. The HVAC system, therefore, provides for direct space conditioning of the gymnasium while allowing return and relief air to indirectly condition and maintain building temperatures in the adjacent support spaces, while providing appropriate ventilation and exhaust rates for the building. The high efficiency envelope, insulated precast panels, HVAC systems, and lighting in the project allow both buildings to exceed California Energy Code (Title-2) standards by over 25%. 110 7 Shaded north-facing exterior space Large fans used to cool and circulate air Air transfer through wall openings Cold air supply Mechanical System
C13-005-PID-09 Water Efficiency points Innovation & Design 8 points Indoor Environmental Quality 8 points Sustainable Sites 1 points Energy & Atmosphere 1 points Materials & Resources 6 points Sustainability
C13-005-PID-10 Flanking the east elevation of the new Gymnasium is a custom perforated facade that is not only aesthetically pleasing, but also serves a practical function; providing privacy by reducing the ability to see in, while still allowing natural light into the space. At night, the back lit screen is warm and seems almost lantern-like. A much needed way-finding element, the signage glazing system directs students and visitors alike to the locker rooms, showers and restrooms. The Billboard