The University Of Chicago Gerald Ratner Athletics Center
Chicago, Illinois
INTEGRATED SERVICES
Architect of Record,
Interior Design and
Structural Engineer of Record
project size
145,000 SF
Completion
2003
DESIGN ARCHITECT
Cesar Pelli & Associates, Inc.
With a competition natatorium, gymnasium and fitness center, this new athletic center will provide a needed new center for student activity at the University of Chicago. This new major athletic center features an expressive cable-supported structure -- similar to that of a pedestrian bridge -- on the exterior of the building, opening the interior spaces for free movement and easy access to natural light. Additionally, five 10-story tapered masts support more than 100 steel cables.