SH/FT

In the summer of 2017, our clients approached us with a modest budget and a desire to transform what was previously a dark, derelict, uninspiring office space into a multipurpose fitness and yoga studio that elevated the mind, body and spirit.  The simple concept was to open up the space to allow as much natural light as possible to enter the studio from the existing street facing window openings while employing the addition of subtle tones, clean lines and a select few design elements.

As demolition progressed the space began to reveal a number of opportunities to incorporate original historic elements of the building into both the design and function of the space.  These included masonry walls, a tin ceiling that was largely preserved and previously concealed structural steel columns that allowed for the functional incorporation of wall mounted gym equipment while providing visual elements that celebrated the building’s history.  By leveraging these elements in the studio space the design and construction team was able to focus the project budget on infrastructure improvements and the incorporation of a select few higher quality finishes and specialty millwork pieces for the fitness space, yoga studio and locker rooms.

The project was completed in 2017 and is approximately 2,700 square feet.  Renovations were completed with a budget of $125,000.