LA Fitness – Mississauga Airport Road
Program Roll-out
Introduction of the new prototype for the second phase of the Canadian roll out of these fitness clubs. The standard model was reduced from 45,000 sf to 37,000 sf. The design has a more simplified and contemporary feel aimed at a younger clientele.
Designed to be the leader in the marketplace offering spinning, aerobics, weights, Kids zone, basketball and swimming facilities.
Challenges
- Organizing similar functions of the earlier model in the new structure with a smaller floor area, deletion of squash courts and addition of personal training room
- Tight timelines and budget
- Adapting American methods to local Canadian situation
Solutions
- Use experienced team, listen carefully to the client
- Follow up on approvals, meet where necessary
- Understand what’s important to the client as design evolves
- Identify issues on site early on and stay on them till resolution