An existing boathouse facility was located in close proximity to Avent Ferry Road. Even though this building was small and unattractive, the client did not want to demolish it as it did provide much needed storage space. Since the new building had to be built above the one-hundred year flood elevation, the idea was to use the existing building as a base for the new facility. This space provides storage for boats and boating accessories that are available for rent, as well as a battery charging area.

Above the existing building, the new facility was seen as a series of pavilions that provide office space, concession areas, public restrooms and classroom and instructional space. These pavilions are arranged in a way that provides limited views to the lake upon entering the facility that gradually expand to encompass the lake and opposite shoreline. This organization also frames desirable views to picnic areas and a pedestrian bridge that crosses the lake.

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