Fitness. Sense of Place. Community.
Recreation centers are the heart of any community. They provide people a place to gather, exercise, learn and thrive. EVstudio is honored to have experienced designers ready to assist in every recreation project from remodels, to additions, and even large scale new construction.
Our support does not stop there. We will continue to work for our public and private recreational clients by offerings services such as community outreach, preliminary concepts for funding initiatives, and in-depth collaboration amongst disciplines.
Recreation Projects
Routt County Fairgrounds Revitalization
Routt County Fairgrounds Revitalization
EVstudio is leading the revitalization of the Routt County Fairgrounds, combining innovative fairground architecture with cost-effective design solutions. This active project involves evaluating and upgrading the existing restroom facilities, providing site and structural engineering to replace an outdated Lean-To structure, and designing a modern maintenance equipment shop. By optimizing existing infrastructure, our team is helping the County maximize its budget while enhancing the functionality and appeal of the fairground facilities.
Our deliverables include comprehensive site analysis, detailed design development, stamped construction drawings, and ongoing construction support to ensure a seamless process from concept to completion. With a focus on sustainability and long-term usability, this project reflects EVstudio’s commitment to designing versatile and impactful fairgrounds that serve both community and operational needs.
Green Valley Ranch East Amenity Center
Green Valley Ranch East Amenity Center
In addition to the pool and fitness spaces, the Green Valley Ranch East Amenity Center includes restroom and locker rooms, outdoor seating areas with grills, fire tables, and cornhole, creating an inviting atmosphere for social gatherings. EVstudio’s design focuses on blending functionality with comfort, creating a versatile and enjoyable environment for all. This project highlights our expertise in crafting community spaces and amenity centers that enhance residential living and promote an active, social lifestyle.
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Clear Creek Shooting Park
Clear Creek Shooting Park
EVstudio, in collaboration with MT2, worked on the Clear Creek County Sports Shooting Park, delivering a comprehensive range of architectural and engineering services tailored to gun range design and functionality. This project included evaluating the existing conditions of the Sports Shooting Park and providing expert engineering to finalize design plans and ensure compliance with both county and NRA criteria.
The scope encompassed detailed range design, structural and MEP engineering, and essential site improvements such as sanitary sewer and water connections, stormwater management, and erosion control. Final grading and drainage plans were developed to enhance safety and usability, along with slope stabilization measures. Additional features included optimizing range layouts, action bays, fencing, and parking efficiency, as well as security measures. EVstudio also provided design services for a 2,500-square-foot classroom and administrative building, scaled down from its original 3,300-square-foot plan to align with the budget.
This project highlights EVstudio’s expertise in designing safe, functional, and efficient shooting facilities that cater to the needs of communities and shooting enthusiasts alike.
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Center for the Arts Evergreen
Center for the Arts Evergreen
The Center for the Arts Evergreen (CAE) has completed an impressive expansion, doubling its size from 5,000 square feet to 10,800 square feet. Designed as a Type III-B construction, the project seamlessly integrates masonry block walls and wooden framing, blending the new structure with the existing building while incorporating modern technologies and materials. This thoughtfully executed addition enhances CAE’s role as a vibrant hub for arts, education, and community engagement.
The expanded facility includes a state-of-the-art ceramics suite and private art studios, offering space for both group classes and individual artistic pursuits. An outdoor courtyard, surrounded by art-focused hardscape and landscaping, takes full advantage of Evergreen’s natural beauty, serving as a versatile venue for exhibitions and community events. Accessibility has been prioritized, with ADA-compliant restrooms and upgrades to the original building ensuring the center is welcoming to all visitors.
With its expansion complete, CAE now offers an enriched environment for creativity and connection, supporting a diverse range of programs that unite the community through art. The enhanced spaces provide new opportunities for artistic expression and cultural experiences, solidifying the Center for the Arts Evergreen as a cornerstone of the local arts scene.
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Independence Indoor Range
Independence Indoor Range
Independence Indoor Shooting Range is a 25,000 square-foot building constructed of CMU and metal studs. It houses 3 gun ranges: a 100-yd rifle range with 4 lanes, a tactical range with 8 lanes, and a tapered bay with 8 lanes.
The building also contains a large retail component, offices, and classrooms, where they hold gun safety and other gun-training classes. The building is designed to be inviting to everyone and to make women, children, and men feel comfortable in order to promote the safe use of firearms.
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Pools. Trails. Spaces for all.
- Partnering for success. We have a vast network of partners in aquatics, landscape architecture, and planners all contributing to end the goal of a thriving center for your community.
- Creativity around every corner. A closet. A multipurpose room. A lobby. Some of the many areas open to creative solutions for storage, circulation flow, and energy that we look forward to working on.
- Design to Construction Administration. We know that some projects have to be done in phases due to budgets and schedule constraints. We will work with you at every stage of the project and here for you until the grand opening.
- Recreation inside and out. With an in-house Civil Engineering team with expertise in athletic fields, parks, and trails. EVstudio brings the complete package for your entire project.