Athletic SOQ

ATHLETIC
FACILITIES

DESIGNING YOUR VISION

HISTORY

60 Years of Experience

SPS+ Architects was established in 1960 and has been working with clients throughout Arizona since
our inception. SPS+ Architects provides the highest level of design specifically focused to enhance the
commercial experience. Whether a tenant improvement, multi-phase restack, full-fit out of Class-A space
or new construction, our goal is to leverage the power of design to exceed client expectations.

Innovative Solutions

Our facilities stand the test of time. We strive to best meet the needs of every individual project, a point
of view that regularly sparks innovative, project-specific design solutions that exceed expectations.

Communication

Our goal with our clients is to fully understand their perspective prior to expanding on the ideas for the
spaces, so that the design reflects their wants and needs.

Partner Involvement Without Exception

One of our Partners is intimately involved with each project from start to finish. This continuity and
personal familiarity ensures your vision is realized to the fullest extent and sets our firm apart.

Long-Term Vision

We equip your facilities to maintain relevance for decades through sustainable and energy-efficient
design. Our ability to design adaptable and collaborative spaces that emphasis technology is unmatched.
Our team sees the importance of color and material selection especially in regards to acoustics.

SERVICES • Interior Architecture • Building Information Modeling
• Conceptual Design Studies • Construction Administration
• Feasibility Studies • Construction Management
• Master Planning • Furniture Specifications & Full Fit-Out
• Rendering & Animation • Acoustical Engineering & Design

• Life Cycle Cost Analysis • Cost Estimation • LEED Design
• Energy Auditing • Construction Documents • BOMA/Leasing Assistance
• Preliminary Studies • Construction Procurement • 3D Virtual Reality Models
• Archaeological Studies & Clearance • Day Lighting Studies & Design • 3D Scanning
• Code Analysis • Historic Preservation

MEET OUR TEAM

SPS+ Architects has a dedicated team of
52 committed to designing the best facility
for our clients. Traditionally SPS+ assigns
architects to projects based on their
experience with the project type.

MARK NEIL
DAVENPORT PIERATT

AIA, LEED AP BD+C AIA, LEED AP
PARTNER ASSOCIATE

RICHARD K. CATHERINE
BEGAY JR. PIERATT

AIA, NCARB LEED AP
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF
INTERIORS

ROB KATIE
BASS BUSH

RA NCIDQ
PROJECT MANAGER PROJECT MANAGER
TUCSON OFFICE

Partners 96% OF OUR CLIENTS
USE OUR SERVICES FOR
Associates
MULTIPLE PROJECTS
Directors
Project 3 2 4 7 4 6 3 3 16 4

Managers
Interior

Designers
Administrative

Professionals
Marketing

Professionals
CA

Specialists
BIM

Specialists
Interns

ODYSSEY FIELD HOUSE

Odyssey Institute

A TRACK RECORD OF EXCEEDING EXPECTATIONS
SPS+ Architects’ innovative thinking has saved our clients millions of dollars to redirect towards additional
improvements. We understand the technical underpinning of so many building aspects, and know how
to make improvements where appropriate and cut costs without sacrificing integrity. Our team of design
experts has experience in new construction, major additions, and tenant improvements. Below is a
sampling of our recent work.

ATHLETIC FACILITIES Pinon High School Athletic Fields
Round Valley Ensphere
Alchesay Softball Fields Sanders Valley High School Athletic Field
Blue Ridge USD Track and Field Scottsdale Community College Baseball Fields
Canyon Day Athletic Facility Addition Scottsdale Community College Weight Room
Carson/ Westwood Ball Fields Additions
Kayenta Athletics Fields and Track Tacoma Dome
Kayenta Natatorium Tuba City Athletic Fields
Kayenta Student Activity Center Addition Victory Lane Sports Park
Mesa Public School - Westwood Baseball Fields White River Athletic Fields
Northern Arizona University SkyDome
Page Athletic Fields

HIGH QUALITY RENDERINGS: FLY-THROUGH
To visualize what the new spaces will look like.
SPS+ will create some digital renderings of the Scan this QR code to experience
spaces that show the functionality of the space as The Odyssey Institute Fly-Through, or visit:
well as the overall design.
https://youtu.be/cgKH_d6TYas
FLY-THROUGH:
USE CAMERA PHONE SCAN CODE
A great way to promote a new project that can
be shared through multiple digital channels. Gives
the individual a ‘birds-eye’ view of the space which
can be shared through social media, website, and
even used in public video spaces like libraries or
community lobbies.

VIRTUAL REALITY:

A newer trend for promoting projects has been the

use of Virtual Reality. This technology can put any

viewer in virtual pivoting point of the space. Most

phones can use a QR code and scan the virtual.

NORTHERN ARIZONA UNIVERSITY SKYDOME

The ensphere concept began as a recreational field house and ice rink for Northern Arizo-
na University. Future NAU needs and site parameters were investigated. As architects we
suggested that a multi-use building with wood laminate would be economically correct.
A collaboration with the geotechnical engineers, wood suppliers, and structural engineers
lead to the ensphere concept, which brought the roof to ground level. This resulted in a
tremendous cost savings.

The later development of the Ensphere Connector by our firm, which has been duly
patented, has enabled us to design long-span laminated beam structures far beyond any
other connector capacity.

Client Square Footage
Northern Arizona University 256,072 SF





KAYENTA ATHLETIC FACILITIES

Track and Field: The project consisted of the replacement of the existing gravel track with
all-weather urethane track surface, as well the replacement of the existing grass football
field with state of the at synthetic. Installation of a high jump, long jump, pole vault and
steeplechasse, as well as a field drainage system where also included.

Natatorium: The new 15,000 square foot natatorium building includes a six lane, 25-meter,
competition swimming pool with attached wading pool. Also within the facility is a 550
square foot classroom and men’s and women’s locker rooms separated by a central lobby
and controls/administration area. Full services including concept, preliminary, design
development, construction documents, construction observation and post-construction
warranty review in conjunction with CM@R.

Student Activity Center Addition: The $4.4 million 21,800 square feet addition to the stu-
dent athletic center was designed to accommodate the high school varsity sports pro-
grams for both boys and girls. The addition provides for a weight lifting facility, boys and
girls locker room/shower configurations, training room with hydro and electro therapy
areas, coaches meeting room, officials shower facilities and administrative space for the
athletic director’s offices.
The addition also includes 4 traditional classroom spaces under the same roof adjacent
to the sports programs. Construction consists of exterior masonry walls, steel roof with
metal roof deck and a Derbigum roofing membrane.

ROUND VALLEY DOME

SPS+ Architects won an open national design competition from the city of Tacoma,
Washington. The competition was for a 25,000 fully enclosed multi-use sports arena
which could be used fully year round. Having patented an eight way connection
hub and long-span beam connectors for construction, SPS+ maximized the utility
of a domed space. Taking advantage of the ensphere’s flexibility, the Tacoma dome
hosts sporting events, motor cross, rock concerts, and minor league football.

Client
City of Tacoma





MARICOPA CC SPORTS FACILITIES

Project included the relocation of a baseball batting cage structure and bleacher,
new baseball field,and new dugouts for the home team and visitor team.

Client Cost
Maricopa Community $1,600 - $3,500,000

College

WESTWOOD BASEBALL FIELDS

An intergovernmental agreement between Mesa Public Schools (The Client) and
the City of Mesa were established for the redevelopment of an existing inter-city
ball field complex. The existing 23 acre complex was old, in disrepair and out of
date for the community’s needs. The existing site was demolished, regraded and
re-built to include 2 varsity baseball fields, 1 freshman baseball field, 3 softball
and 3 soccer fields. A new 1,200 square foot concessions and restroom building
was also included in the project. The new complex serves the local Westwood
High School, Carson Junior High School and City of Mesa recreation programs.

Client Cost
Mesa Public Schools $1,372,000



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