Campus Recreational Sports Facilities Planning, Design, and Construction Guidelines

Name: Campus Recreational Sports Facilities Planning, Design, and Construction Guidelines
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ISBN: 9780736063838

ISBN-10: 0736063838

ISBN-13: 9780736063838

Edition: 2009

Authors: National Intramural-Recreational Sports Association (U.S.) Staff

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The focus on campus recreational facilities continues as university administrators and campus recreation professionals increasingly recognize participation in recreational sport programs and activities as a key determinant of student recruitment, retention, and satisfaction. The significance of campus recreational facilities in an institution's success has led many institutions to evaluate possibilities for new or renovated recreational spaces. For assistance in these construction and renovation projects, campus recreational professionals and others can look to the advice, guidance, and best practices in Campus Recreational Sport Facilities: Planning, Design, and Construction… Guidelines.This practical guide covers the entire process of building a facility, from the initial planning through design, construction, and move-in. With this text, recreational sport directors, architects, and construction and equipment consultants have access to the latest industry standards, guidelines, and information to navigate the complex process of planning, designing, building, and opening a recreational or sport-specific facility.Developed by the National Intramural-Recreational Sports Association (NIRSA) in conjuction with NIRSA member architects and campus recreational sport directors, this valuable resource presents current construction options and assists you in determining which option best meets your institution's needs. This comprehensive reference contains the following features:-Explanations of the concepts and outlines of the procedures for planning, designing, constructing, and renovating indoor and outdoor recreational facilities-Industry standards, NIRSA guidelines, and planning principles, including information on universal and green design-A dedicated Web site with links to current field and court specifications from numerous national governing bodies, allowing easy access to dimensions and information for efficient planning and design of both indoor and outdoor sport spaces-A glossary of terms used by architects, recreational sport directors, and contractors to encourage clear and consistent communication throughout all stages of the projectCampus Recreational Sport Facilities: Planning, Design, and Construction Guidelinesis packed with expert advice from architects, construction managers, and campus recreation directors. Numerous photos of recreational facilities will spark your imagination with possibilities and provide visual examples of guidelines for facilities. This book covers the following topics:-The planning process from the perspective of the campus master planner and the recreational sport director-The feasibility study process, how to determine whether to build new or renovate existing facilities, and how to raise capital to fund design and construction costs-The design and general planning standards for indoor and outdoor recreational facilities, aquatic centers, and climbing walls-The integration of furniture, fixtures, and equipment in the architectural design and construction processes-An overview of the architectural design and construction processes-Moving in and opening your new or newly renovated facilityTransforming the institutional vision of a recreational sport facility into a reality is a complicated process. The rising costs of construction and fulfilling institutional and financial goals also make it a high-stakes endeavor. From start to finish, rely on Campus Recreational Sport Facilities: Planning, Design, and Construction Guidelinesand build your piece of mind as you build or renovate your recreational facility.

Book details

List price: $56.00
Copyright year: 2009
Publisher: Human Kinetics
Publication date: 3/10/2009
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 296
Size: 8.75" wide x 11.75" long x 1.00" tall
Weight: 2.596
Language: English



Preface



Initial Facility Planning Process



The Planning Process Through the Eyes of the Campus Master Planner and the Recreational Sport Director



Planning Process Objectives


Departmental Planning


Sustainability


Institutional Planning Process


Process of Comprehensive Recreational Planning for Facilities


Plan Implementation


Summary


References


Related Journals and Periodicals



Feasibility: What Are the Possibilities?



Defining Feasibility


Who's Who: Administrators, Stakeholders, and the Consultant Team


The Feasibility Study Process


Next Steps


Summary



Facility Design Process



To Renovate or Build From Scratch: What's the Tipping Point?



Why Would You Choose to Renovate?


When Would You Choose to Renovate?


How Would You Choose to Renovate?


Summary



Selling the Dream on Campus and Off: Winning Support, Building Consensus, and Raising Capital to Fund Recreational Facilities



Case Statement for the Building


Advocates and Opponents of Student Recreation Center Projects


Understanding the Total Costs of a Student Recreation Center


Funding: Available Sources


Summary



Selecting an Architect and Understanding Team Roles



Hiring an Architect


Formal Selection Process


Key Staff of an Architectural Firm


Consultants: Part of the Architectural Team


Steps in the Architectural Process


Summary


Reference



Standards for Recreation and Sport Facilities



Defining the User


General Indoor Planning Standards and Considerations


Usage Patterns


Facility Zones


Building Efficiency


Detailed Indoor Facility Standards


Summary



Standards for Outdoor Recreation Sport Facilities



Outdoor Program Elements


College and University Recreation Programs


Identifying the Need


Site Considerations


Field Design Considerations


Court Design Considerations


Sidewalks and Trails


Support Buildings and Facilities


Summary



Aquatic Facilities



Programming Requirements


Design and Construction Process


Operations


Summary



Climbing Wall Facility Planning



The Value and Benefits of a Climbing Program


Trends in Indoor Rock Climbing


Site Selection and Facility Planning


Development of Artificial Climbing Structure Standards


Design and Engineering


The Building Process


Climbing Wall Design Considerations


Legal Liability and Risk Management


Summary


Resources



Getting It Right the First Time With FF&E: Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment



The Necessity of Early FF&E Selection


Analyzing the Architectural Program


Preliminary Furniture List


Schematic Design Phase


Verifying Procurement Procedures


Design Development Phase


Construction Documentation Phase


Coordinating Final Bidding Instructions


Construction Administration Phase


Occupancy Phase


Summary



Construction and Move-In



The Construction Process-Now Build It! Going From Paper to Reality and Everything in Between



Geff Bottomley


Who's in Charge? The Roles and Responsibilities of Project Team Members


Long Before the Groundbreaking: Early Involvement of the Construction Manager


Okay, Let's Build It


Recreation Centers Are Unique: Some Issues to Plan For


Changes


Safety


Drawdown: Who Pays What and When


Almost Done: Commissioning-Checking It Out


Construction Completion


Project Closeout


Summary


References



Move-In and Dedication



Preopening


Moving


Dedication


Summary


About NIRSA


About the Contributors


Appendix


Glossary


Index