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Recreational

Shawnee Lodge Indoor Pool & Exterior Renovations

Location:
West Portsmouth, Ohio

Architect:
BDT Architects & Interior Designers

Construction Cost:
$1.5 million

Project Size:
12,000 SF

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The Shawnee State Lodge provides recreational activities, primarily dining and lodging, with access to outdoor facilities, such as a swimming pool, to the park users and the public in general. This facility has served in this manner for several decades and was in need of renovations.

The project consisted of addressing building envelope issues such as exposed structural timber member and stone masonry deterioration, replacement of gutters, downspouts, soffit, fascia and eave components, and replacement of balcony decking and structural elements at Shawnee Lodge. In addition, the indoor pool required evaluation and renovation and/or replacement.

The project evaluated the existing building envelope for structural stability, deterioration of exposed members and stone masonry and identify required repair and/or replacement. It also evaluated potential materials such as wood, steel, composites, or any additional alternatives. Building aesthetics were also considered. Ease of maintenance and long-term operating costs was part of the evaluation and the selection of replacement components.

The existing indoor pool suffered significant deterioration to finishes and equipment due to long-term use. The project evaluated the existing structure, finishes, and equipment and identified required renovations or possible replacements.

In addition to the Phase 1 items above, another intent of this project was to develop a Facility Master Plan for the entire lodge in conjunction with ODNR’s strategic facility plans. The facility planning process included assessments of existing conditions, including foundation systems, building envelope (i.e. roofing, roof drainage, thermal insulation, windows, doors, etc.), HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems.

October 2, 2018 Filed Under: Recreational

Wyandot Lodge at McKnight Outdoor Education Centers

Location:
Columbus, Ohio

Architect:
M+A Architects

LEED Certification:
LEED Silver

Construction Cost:
$2.6 million

Project Size:
5,000 SF

Awards:
2017 Ohio Parks and Recreation Association, Capital Improvement Projects - 1st Place
2020 USGBC SES Award

The City of Columbus’ McKnight Education Center is on the West riverbank of the Scioto River. The Net Zero Energy project has a multi-purpose space, science room, activity room, quiet rooms, kitchen, restrooms, and a lodge that is rented out to events or used for camps.

Sustainability was key to this project. It was built with locally-sourced stone and wood and features concrete floors to eliminate the use of harsh chemical carpet cleaners, skylights that let in daylight and fresh air and draws its energy from solar panels and geothermal wells.

Wyandot Lodge at McKnight Outdoor Education Center
Exterior of Wyandot Lodge at the McKnight Outdoor Education Center, a one-floor building with an exterior of stone and wood with large glass windows.
Interior of Wyandot Lodge at the McKnight Outdoor Education Center, featuring a large common area for group use.
Interior of Wyandot Lodge at the McKnight Outdoor Education Center, featuring a large common area for group use.
Exterior of Wyandot Lodge at the McKnight Outdoor Education Center, a one-floor building with an exterior of stone and wood with large glass windows.

October 2, 2018 Filed Under: Award Winning, Recreational

Lake Hope State Park Dining Hall

Location:
Vinton County, Ohio

Architect:
RVC Architects

Construction Cost:
$3 million

Project Size:
14,654 SF

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This project included the design of a new dining facility to replace the original one destroyed by fire in 2005. It is two stories and approximately 14,654 SF. The design is similar to the original building, using wood and stone as the primary materials.

The lodge includes a 120-person conference room with banquet dining, a 180-person dining facility with a commercial kitchen, an elevator, gallery, camp reservation office, camp store, park service office, game room, dining patio, and 60 user parking spaces.

October 2, 2018 Filed Under: Recreational

Recreation Unlimited Recreation Center

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Recreation Unlimited Recreation Center

Location:
Ashley, Ohio

Architect:
Moody Nolan

Construction Cost:
$2.7 million

Project Size:
20,000 SF

This is a one-story, 20,000 square foot, steel and wood frame facility located in rural Delaware County.  The front entry and foyer utilize heavy-timber roof structures.  It is part of a camp for special needs children operated by the not-for-profit Recreation Unlimited.  The building houses offices, meeting rooms, classrooms and a multi-purpose gymnasium.

October 2, 2018 Filed Under: Recreational

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