GYM DESIGN #2: Medium Gym

Concept:

~1,500 square feet

Square footage estimate:

Designed to work in spaces like apartment buildings, hotels and schools.

Use Case:

This medium size gym design uses optimal equipment while still incorporating a larger variety of equipment options. This design offers greater appeal to a wider audience and is ideal for a community that is often changing and might value a greater variety of workout options at different times.

DESIGN PRIORITIES

Consistency:

The boxing ring is the focal point and the “Fitness for All” guided workout program option remains.

User experience:

Creating the ideal atmosphere for the greatest possible variety of guests.

Inclusivity:

Ensuring that a community gathering area is included.

ELEMENTS INCORPORATED

Featured in the entrance is a small area that can be used either as a waiting room or an area to socialize and decompress before entering the gym or as a transition space before exiting the gym.
- It offers a front desk to check-in.
- Featured right off of the entranceway is a room dedicated to engaging community members with a long table for meeting and a juice bar. This room has a glass wall, making it feel more connected to the rest of the gym.
At the end of the hallway are two locker rooms that function as changing areas and incorporate showers and bathrooms.
A boxing area that features a room with boxing equipment and, on the other half, there is a ring with enough space around the circumference of the ring to include seating.
- A built-in storage cabinet for the chairs that are used for events (hypothetical)
In the middle of the gym is a weight section that offers equipment that is set-up by muscle group (i.e. there is a “leg area”, “pull machines” in another area).