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The 100 year old Alumni Gym at Union College was converted into a modern fitness center to serve the students, faculty and staff.  This Design-Build project continues the college’s commitment to campus health and well being.

The center is a stunning piece of architecture with bright, spacious interiors, exposed trusses and brick walls that have been preserved from the original design in order to maintain a certain amount of historical integrity.  New windows were added on the first floor to bring natural light to the space and to provide views of the college’s athletic fields.  From most vantage points, several activity areas can be observed simultaneously, creating a sense of constant motion and energy.

The two-story 24,000 square foot center offers a spacious and well-supplied free-weight area as well as substantial aerobic/weight machine venues, all serviced by a new heating and cooling system.  The project was recognized as an “outstanding building” by American School & University Magazine.