Griffin Center “fast facts”

The Griffin Center, designed to elevate the game for all students, features many state-of-the-art design aspects. (Photo courtesy of Nichole Pichardo)

Project overview

With a size of 34,000 sq. ft., the Griffin Center is packed with state-of-the-art design and technology to elevate the game for all LAHS students. With a goal to support all aspects of the Griffin community -- academics, athletics, activities and the arts -- the Griffin Center is built for long-term flexibility, safety, and campus cohesion.
During the open house, drop-down projector screens displayed a welcome message as students and families toured the gym. (Faviana Sophy)
Key features

The Griffin Center features three full-sized playing courts that serve for both basketball and volleyball games, two of which are revealed beneath the 2,000-seat retractable bleachers.

The new gym also features:

Four team rooms for both home and away teams

A dedicated weight training room with dual outdoor training spaces

Dual concession stands for indoor and outdoor events

Public restrooms located throughout the building

Smart displays and digital scoreboards

Glass-enclosed front lobby with a curated Hall of Champions

Each aspect of the Griffin Center, both inside and out, was designed to benefit LAHS students' athletic experience and create more cohesion and connection on campus.
The Griffin Center’s weight room was constructed with filtered air ventilation and air conditioning, as well as dual garage door windows leading to outdoor plyometric training zones. (Faviana Sophy)
Sustainability & wellness

Not only was the Griffin Center built around the idea of benefiting student athletes, but it also focuses on sustainability.

The Griffin Center was designed with aspects including:

Efficient HVAC systems with demand-controlled ventilation

LED lighting with sensors

Low-flow plumbing fixtures

The new gym is also built to create a breathable environment to promote student wellness. The Griffin Center boasts large windows in the front lobby to let in plenty of natural light, and it is also built with an emphasis on clean air and acoustic comfort. All of these features help to give students a comfortable environment to practice, play and connect with others in.

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