ORB Architects, now part of INNOVA Architects, designed this aquatic facility in 1981, but the community had outgrown it and needed to double its size in order to meet the present needs. They felt that adding leisure components and expanding changing areas would allow the facility to serve a broader audience, from children to seniors, while creating additional revenue. We completed a feasibility study, conceptual design, and pro forma analysis to provide the decision-making information they needed to move forward with plans. The project was completed on time and within the budget.

KEY PROJECT TASKS:
Collected and Analyzed Existing Information
Prepared a Preliminary Site Analysis
Made Recommendations Regarding Additional Studies, including Soils Report and Site Survey
Identified Program, Size, and Layout
Prepared Concept Design Drawings to Brief the General Public
Provided Community Outreach Assistance, Including Identifying Key Stakeholders and Participating in Public Meeting
Finalized Conceptual Design
Compiled Pertinent Operating Data from Our Exclusive NW Aquatic Facility Study
Prepared Area of Magnitude Operating Pro-forma Including Estimated Attendance, Estimated Operating Cost
Estimated Average Attendance Fee Required to Break Even
Prepared Area of Magnitude Development Cost for Proposed Facility

Whidbey News-Times Article: North Whidbey Park and Recreation District Dives into Pool Expansion

KEY PROJECT FEATURES STUDIED:
Zero-Depth Family Leisure Pool
Aerobics, Lessons, and Lap Areas
Recreation Area
Lazy River
Water Slide
Poolside Viewing Terrace
New Family/ADA and Expansion of Existing Changing Rooms
Public Restrooms
Additional Office Space for Staff
Parking Needs Evaluation
Project Cost: $8,182,889
Project Size: 35,000 SF