Fleetwood-Jourdain Gymnasium Renovation
- Architecture
- Civic
- Building Envelope
- Interior Renovation
The Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center gymnasium underwent a complete interior renovation to address damage to the existing flooring caused by multiple sources of moisture infiltration. McGuire Igleski designed a multi-faceted new gym floor system, including waterproofing, shock absorption, vented wall base, and repairs to the floor slab. The new maple flooring assembly was then prepared for multiple sporting activities with accurate game lines and volleyball floor sleeves. The renovation scope also included the restoration of the original glue-laminated structural arches and updated finishes throughout. The furnishing of the space was complete with a new telescoping bleacher system, scoreboards, and wall padding.
Photos: Structures Construction
Evanston, Illinois
City of Evanston
6,600 square feet
Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center is located in Evanston’s 5th ward and is the oldest standing community center in the city. Originally known as the Foster Field Community Building, the facility was designed by Perkins & Will in the Modernist style and completed in 1956. Today, the building provides a wide variety of programming for the community in addition to the gymnasium including multipurpose activity rooms, a fitness center, a dance studio, a commercial kitchen, craft rooms, and offices.