volume two interior design thesis
design proposal: ascend fitness center
Thesis Research
Riley Manetz Virginia Tech B.S ITDS
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Overview mission statement 6 project goals 7 site analysis 8 existing conditions 9 design prOpOsal levels overview 14-15 level one plan 16-17 level one axon 18-19 level one design 20-21 level two plan 22-23 level two axon 24-25 level two design 26-29 level three plan 30-31 level three axon 32-33 level three design 34-37 specificatiOns design graphics 40-43 materials 44-45 appendix sources 48-51
table of contents
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Mission stateMent
project goals
site analysis
existing conditions
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mission statement
The design of the space intends to break down barriers in fitness facilities by creating a welcoming space for users of all fitness levels.
Each space will be carefully curated to cater towards a diverse range of comfort levels.
Optimizing occupant comfort and performance promotes the health and well-being of members both physically and mentally.
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project goals
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Promote user comfort
objective
Consider user feedback as to what is considered “comfortable” and “uncomfortable” in the gym and design spaces accordingly
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Create a welcoming atmosphere
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Use design elements and programs to cater towards the needs of a diverse range of members.
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Encourage members to freely use all spaces
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Use way finding and signage to help users easily navigate the space, make equipment layout easily accessible for everyone.
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Heighten performance levels
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Use color and light strategically to enhance user performance, use zoning and function to determine the mood and goal of each space.
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site analysis
key points
proximity to downtown: the location is adjacent to other popular neighborhoods.
nearby office spaces: the adjacency to workplaces creates the ideal demographic of professionals who need a space to workout in before or after work.
lively neiGhborhood: soma offers a diverse range of activities for visitors or residents.
SOMA, the south of market neighborhood in San Francisco has a mix of businesses and residences as well as a wide variety of attractions. Soma is home to multiple San Fransisco landmarks such as oracle park. The area has a variety of museums, art exhibits, and upscale dining options.
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nearby office spaces building site green spaces
existing conditions
floor plan nts
square footaGe: 22,000 sf levels: 3 level one perspective shell
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conditions photo interior conditions photo
interior
concept
concept statement
Fitness centers historically have been seen as exclusive spaces. Based on gym user surveys, gym goers often feel uncomfortable in fitness spaces unless they fit a specific demographic.
Users reported what would need to change to make them feel comfortable in the gym. These changes include: more space, less people, and different levels of privacy.
Ascend fitness center is focused on elevating members by optimizing individual goals and removing the intimidation factor often prevalent in the fitness community.
This is achieved through the use of three distinct levels with varying levels of privacy.
Each level will be curated to fit the functions of each zone and promote user comfort. Psychology of color and light will be integrated into each space to enhance performance and set the tone for each level.
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what would need to change about the gym to make you feel more comfortable?
addition of a woMens area
More free space/eQUipMent
private areas
The diagram represents ascension in the fitness space through the means of the main staircase. The main staircase is a symbolic representation of the concept ascend, the void space informs the circulation and allows for a visual connection through all three levels.
Each level of the fitness center differs in privacy and energy, the first level being the most high energy and social zone and the third level being the most private focus zone. The use of different color gradients on each level emphasizes the function and signals to the user that they are transitioning into a different zone.
11 key takeaways user comfort in fitness spaces
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design proposal
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levels overview
level one design
level two design
level three design
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levels overview
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section nts
section nts
the Main stair serves as a way to display the concept of ascend. a large light well sits above the stair on the third floor, shining light throUgh each level. the stair design is encased by colored plexi glass tUbes. the design eMphasizes the Users transition throUgh each level.
level three: focUs private zone
level two: seMi social zone
level one: high energy social zone
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level one plan
level one key level one floor plan nts
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1. reception and nUtrition corner 2. locker rooM one 3. locker rooM two
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Main stair
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cardio 6. Managers office
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7. staff rooM 8. high energy groUp fitness
9. strength training
10. egress stair
11. loading dock
level one axonometric
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level one: entrance
level one design
level one strength perspective
level one cardio perspective
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reception perspective
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illUMinated
tUnable recessed led 6” recessed can light track lighting pendant 8’ linear pendant
level one
level one rcp nts
panel color
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two plan level two key level two floor plan nts
1. cardio
2. water and towel station
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3. Mats
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4. Main stair 5. fUnctional fitness 6. boxing
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7. rr
8. strength training
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recovery/Mats
10. egress stair
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11. personal training
level two axonometric
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level two: Mats and free weights
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level two design
level two training rooM perspective
level two fUnctional fitness perspective
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level two cardio perspective
level two rcp nts
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recessed led 6” recessed
illUMinated
panel color tUnable
can light
illUMinated panel color tUnable
8’ linear pendant
level three
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plan level three key level three floor plan nts
1. low iMpact stUdio space
2. Main stair
3. Mats
4. focUs pod one
5. focUs pod two
6. focUs pod three
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7. rr
8. cardio rooM
9. strength
10. egress stair
11. boxing
level three axonometric
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level three: focUs pod
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level three design
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level three boxing perspective
level three Mats and free weights perspective
level three yoga perspective
level three rcp nts
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recessed led 6” recessed can light
illUMinated
panel color tUnable
recessed
illUMinated
panel color tUnable 8’ linear pendant
cove lighting
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specifications
graphics level one
graphics level two
graphics level three
Materials
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graphics level one
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graphics level one
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graphics level two
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graphics level three
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level one Materials
color jUstification: red is a color associated with energy and power. stUdies sUggest that red environMents can enhance perforMance levels in a fitness space. orange is a color that represents energy and enthUsiasM and has been foUnd to stiMUlate Mental and physical energy levels.
the Use of red and orange analogoUs colors on the first floor sUpport its fUnction as a high energy social zone.
level two Materials
color jUstification: blUe represents stability and prodUctivity. the Use of blUe in a fitness facility May encoUrage MeMbers to be More prodUctive at the gyM. green is a color that represents balance and harMony. green relaxes the Mind while also energizing.
the Use of blUe and green analogoUs colors on the second level sUpport its fUnction as a harMonioUs transition zone.
level three Materials
color jUstification: pUrple calMs and Motivates, it is associated with calMing nerves and is best Used in spaces of concentration or Meditation in a fitness facility. pink is known best in a fitness space to represent rest and nUrtUring. pink is shown to help redUce aggression and sUpport self care of the Mind and body.
the Use of pUrple and pink analogoUs colors on the third level sUpport its fUnction as a focUs zone.
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materials
tarkett sports drop zone speckle black rUbber low voc
Mdc apex in iceberg white recyclable
acoUfelt acoUstic wall felt low voc, scs indoor advantage
cUstoM gradient wallcover
patcraft enrich sheet in color excite carbon neUtral pvc free
Mdc QUartzite wallcover recyclable
cosentino dekton Marina silverkoast carbon neUtral
cUstoM gradient wallcover
Made to order recycled wood
wilson art high pressUre laMinate eUcalyptUs greengUard gold
Made to order cUstoM plexi glass tUbes
cUstoM gradient wallcover
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soUrces
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