Counsilman-Hunsaker, in association with Cannon Design, was selected by Boston University to design a natatorium to meet the needs of the school's growing aquatic program. The resulting design included three bodies of water: competition pool, leisure pool, and spa.
The competition pool was designed as a 25-yard pool, 10 to 16 lanes, divided by a moveable bulkhead to also include a diving area. The bulkhead can be adjusted to create a 25-meter or 25-yard pool. The diving well was designed with a one-meter and three-meter springboard and can also be converted into lap lanes. The water has a depth that slopes from 7ft. to 13.5 ft. and a temperature of 80 degrees, each appropriate for water polo, synchronized swimming, diving, training, and competing.
The recreation pool is maintained at 86 degrees, suitable for therapy use. The natatorium also contains a 15 person hot water spa.
Current channel
Water basketball
Underwater hydro benches
Three 20-yard fitness lap lanes
ADA-accessible zero-depth entry ramp
The competition pool was designed as a 25-yard pool, 10 to 16 lanes, divided by a moveable bulkhead to also include a diving area. The bulkhead can be adjusted to create a 25-meter or 25-yard pool. The diving well was designed with a one-meter and three-meter springboard and can also be converted into lap lanes. The water has a depth that slopes from 7ft. to 13.5 ft. and a temperature of 80 degrees, each appropriate for water polo, synchronized swimming, diving, training, and competing.
The recreation pool is maintained at 86 degrees, suitable for therapy use. The natatorium also contains a 15 person hot water spa.
Current channel
Water basketball
Underwater hydro benches
Three 20-yard fitness lap lanes
ADA-accessible zero-depth entry ramp
