Auburn University Recreation and Wellness Center
Owner: Auburn University
Location: Auburn, Alabama
Size: 240,000 sq ft
Cost: $50,000,000
Completion Date: April 2013
Architect: 360 Architecture
Description: The new Recreation and Wellness Center project will provide approximately 240,000 sqft of recreational spaces for Auburn students and faculty and staff to use in their pursuit of a healthier lifestyle. The proximity of the new facility creates a direct link to the new Student Village Housing and the existing Intramural Fields. This location also provides a convenient relationship to the Martin Aquatics Center and existing tennis courts.
Key Sustainable Construction Practices on this Project:
Combination of green roofs and high-reflective roofing will be incorporated
Alternative transportation credits will be achieved by convenient access to bus
lines. Bicycle storage and changing rooms will be provided. Preferred parking for
low-emitting/fuel-efficient vehicles will be designated. No new parking will be
added
A whole building approach will identify best economical solutions for optimizing
energy performance
Enhanced commissioning will be utilized
A lighting control system and a high level of thermal comfort control through
control zones for all multi-occupant spaces will be provided
