Youth Sports Field House at Centennial Park

2024 Design Awards Citation Recipient

Youth Sports Field House at Centennial Park

The Youth Sports Complex for the City of Pompano Beach transforms a 10-acre site along Northeast 10th Street into a new park facility with soccer, football and lacrosse fields, parking areas and a field house with concessions, offices, storage, and restroom facilities. The new Youth Sports Complex is intended to accommodate large-scale sports events and tournaments with up to a 1000 people. The parking area also serves as overflow parking for the Sample-McDougal House Museum across the street.

Brooks + Scarpa was tasked with the design of the Field House; a 4,100 SF structure located at the center of the park close to 10th Street. The Field House creates a structure that serves as signage for the park with office space, restroom, and storage. The north elevation is made of a metal lattice structure that integrates a large sign that is lite at night and seen in the day from 10th Street. The shell is created with board-formed concrete that creates a playful and sculptural façade. A wrap around porch provides respite from sun and inclement weather. Under the porch are high-velocity fans provide cooling stations for athletes and spectators alike. A concession area and office space provide clear views of the fields and parking areas to create a safe and attractive event space. The design is made of highly durable and cost-efficient materials. The roof is sloped in a way to make a spectacle of rainfall from the scupper. The rain cascades from the roof into a raingarden where the water is infiltrated back into the aquifer. Low impact landscape design is integrated with omni-directional structure to reduce irrigation while creating a resilient and sustainable design for the City of Pompano Beach.

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The jury admired the iconic place making that this building does. A formally creative project with a simple program, as much a sculpture as a building. The jury loved the hanging fans. Elements in the design show a design team adept at sustainable strategies

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Measure 1: Design for Integration

The Youth Sports Field House is part of the transformation of a 10-acre Elk’s Lodge site along Northeast 10th Street into a new park facility with soccer, football and lacrosse fields and the field house for youths. It contains concessions, offices, storage, and restroom facilities. The Field House serves kids and families while accommodating small and large-scale sports events and tournaments with up to a 1000 people.

A wrap around porch provides respite from sun and inclement weather. Under the porch are high-velocity fans provide cooling stations for athletes and spectators alike. A concession area and office space provide clear views of the fields and parking areas to create a safe and attractive event space. The design is made of highly durable and cost-efficient materials. The roof is sloped in a way to make a spectacle of rainfall from the scupper. The rain cascades from the roof into a rain garden where the water is infiltrated back into the aquifer. Low impact landscape design is integrated with omni-directional structure to reduce irrigation while creating a resilient and sustainable design.

Measure 2: Design for Equitable Communities

The project started with the design team engaging neighborhood residents to explore what the community wanted for amenities and services. The design team presented numerous options that were discussed during community workshops. The design team used these outcomes to shape, advance and form the eventual built design.

Measure 3: Design for Ecosystems

It stands as an example of sustainability and resource efficiency. Low-flow plumbing fixtures and LED lighting ensures energy efficiency and prioritizes water conservation. Timers for irrigation and lighting ensure that energy usage is minimized, while the building itself is ingeniously designed for passive cooling and optimal daylight utilization. Designed as a wrap-around porch the building also shades itself and will prove to be highly energy efficient over baseline buildings currently in service within the city. Collectively, these initiatives not only reduce the environmental impact of the complex but also set an inspiring precedent for eco-friendly, energy-efficient facilities in the region.

Measure 4: Design for Water

It stands as an example of sustainability and resource efficiency. Low-flow plumbing fixtures and LED lighting ensures energy efficiency and prioritizes water conservation. Timers for irrigation and lighting ensure that energy usage is minimized, while the building is ingeniously designed for passive cooling and optimal daylight utilization. Designed as a wrap-around porch the building also shades itself and will prove to be highly energy efficient over baseline buildings currently in service within the city. Collectively, these initiatives not only reduce the environmental impact of the complex but also set an inspiring precedent for eco-friendly, energy-efficient facilities in the region.

Measure 5: Design for Economy

the building utilizes energy-efficient design principles, including ample natural lighting and passive cooling techniques, which reduce long-term operational costs by minimizing the need for artificial lighting and air conditioning. Materials were chosen for their durability and aesthetics, guaranteeing a pleasing and functional environment for sports enthusiasts. The choice of locally sourced materials not only supports the regional economy but also lowers transportation expenses. By aligning cost-saving measures with thoughtful design decisions, this field house demonstrates that economic efficiency need not come at the expense of quality or design integrity.

Measure 6: Design for Energy

Large windows and skylights maximize natural daylight, reducing the need for artificial lighting. Sunshades and overhangs are strategically placed to block direct sunlight during the hottest parts of the day, minimizing cooling demands. High-quality insulation and energy-efficient glazing further reduce energy usage. A state-of-the-art energy management system monitors and controls lighting, HVAC that helps optimize energy usage and ensures that equipment operates at its most efficient levels.

Measure 7: Design for Well-Being

Good design supports health and well-being for all people, considering physical, mental, and emotional effects on occupants and the surrounding community. The design encourages positive informal social interaction among neighbors, acquaintances, and visitors. The building fosters a sense of community and promotes a healthier, active lifestyles. With a range of amenities and green spaces, the complex becomes a natural focal point for the community.

Measure 8: Design for Resources

strong emphasis on informed material selection to create a sustainable, durable, safe, and healthy environment, while also addressing equity and minimizing negative impacts on the planet. The project employs recycled and low-toxicity materials, ensuring a safe and healthy indoor environment for both participants and staff. The project sources materials from suppliers and manufacturers who adhere to fair labor practices, fostering social responsibility and economic inclusivity.

Measure 9: Design for Change

The design demonstrates a proactive approach to addressing future risks and vulnerabilities associated with social, economic, and environmental changes. The construction of the facility incorporates resilient design principles and advanced stormwater management systems, safeguarding against flooding and ensuring its functionality during and after extreme weather events. It addresses environmental challenges through resilient design, social vulnerabilities through inclusivity, and economic uncertainties through affordability, all while prioritizing passive survivability and livability for the well-being of the community it serves.

Measure 10: Design for Discovery

Built on fostering a relationship between designers, users, and operators to ensure that the project not only meets immediate needs but also continually evolves to improve its performance over time, this collaborative approach involved regular engagement with all stakeholders, including youth athletes, coaches, facility operators, and the local community. It emphasizes walkability and connectivity at every turn. Its layout and planning prioritize the creation of walkable sites, neighborhoods, and community designs that not only enhances physical health but also nurtures the social fabric of the neighborhood.