University of Texas at Austin -
Gregory Gymnasium Aquatic Complex,
Renovation and Expansion
Austin, TX
Year in Showcase: 2007
Project Description
The renovation of the Gregory
Gymnasium Aquatic Complex
transformed a parking lot and underutilized
buildings into a functional and
distinct recreation space. The design
incorporates the traditional feel of the
University of Texas campus with exciting
new outdoor features that provide diverse
opportunities for the campus community
via informal recreational water space and
spectacular open deck areas.
Built with a large quantity of exposed
limestone and native natural materials,
the facility fits well into the campus
design scheme. On the west perimeter,
for example, Gregory Gymnasium’s
strong architectural forms and rigidly
articulated detail serve as the complex’s
border.
Technology plays a major role at the
facility. The entire outdoor deck is
blanketed with Wi-Fi connectivity,
exterior seating areas are reinforced
with hard-wired Ethernet connections
and duplex power for student access
to campus networks, the outdoor area
is laced with multiple audio zones for
distribution of background music and
public address presentations, multiple
locations support live-music platforms
and the main control building for the
outdoor pools links with the main control
desk in Gregory Gymnasium for monitoring
systems and pool conditions.
Project Details
Architect of Record: RDG Planning & Design
Aquatic Design Engineer:
Landscape Design: SWA Group - Dallas, Texas
Area: 1.61 acres
Construction Cost: $15.29 million
Occupancy: December 2005 (new), March 2006 (renovation)
Vendors
Access Ramps/Stairs:
Brock Enterprises
Chemical Control Systems:
Siemens Water Technologies
Filters:
Siemens Water Technologies
Lane Markers:
Paragon Aquatics, Div. of Pentair
Lockers:
Fiberesin Industries Inc.
Water Play Features:
Paragon Aquatics, Div. of Pentair
