• Project Name:    North Potomac Community Recreation Center
• Location:             Rockville, MD
• Opened:               Summer 2016
• Services:              Full Architectural, Engineering and Construction Administration
• Client:                  Montgomery County, MD
• Building:              49,000 square feet New Construction
• Award:                 LEED Gold Certification
• Architect:            Worked performed as Project Architect at Grimm + Parker Architect

Surrounded by an abundance of preserved natural wetlands, the North Potomac Community Recreation Center provides recreational and leisure activities for Rockville’s flourishing community. The center extends into the site’s natural habitat providing a myriad of sustainable features such as an organic multi-purpose field and vegetative green roof. Large windows allow daylight to pour in while visitors enjoy views of Big Pines Park and local landscapes.

Inspired by its surroundings, the contemporary facility was built with renewable, local, and recycled materials. As a place for members of the community to connect with each other, the center offers a variety of structured programs such as culinary courses, weight-lifting classes, and youth/sports leagues. It is also equipped with two gymnasiums, a fitness center, and a pottery/kiln room. The center was designed for all ages in mind as there is a senior center and game room for all patrons.