Milford Orange YMCA, Milford, CT

The Milford Orange YMCA faced a tough choice. They were about to undergo a major overhaul of their facilities and needed to incorporate a pool enclosure to replace their existing bubble. The bubble was at the end of its lifespan.

Outdoor swimming is very popular at the aquatics-focused YMCA. How could they maintain the outdoor swim experience while still providing a year-round swim program in an enclosure that would complement the new facilities?
 

OpenAire offered the perfect solution – a striking building to match the new facilities, a maintenance-free structure (no more gloomy bubble), and the ability to open the roof and walls up to 50% to create a fresh-air swim experience.

The existing pool is Z-shaped and its proximity to the YMCA building demanded a large span structure capable of spanning over 100 feet. The offset ridge, high sidewalls, and ‘saw tooth’ footprint offer a unique look that works well with the sweeping curves of the adjacent facility.

The Milford Orange YMCA is scheduled for completion by the summer of 2004.
 
  Exclusive maintenance free, thermally broken aluminum frame.   Motorized roof panels.
  Installed worldwide by OpenAire's professional crews.   Custom designed.
  OpenAire structures maintain an effective vapour barrier.   Full 5 year parts and labor warranty.
  Capable of spanning over 140' while maintaining a deflection of L/180.