Faith Ten Eyck
fteneyck@ltu.edu WebsiteFaith Ten Eyck is a senior graduating with a degree in architecture from Lawrence Technological University. She will be pursuing her Master of Architecture at LTU starting this summer. Faith hopes to continue incorporating her passion for sports and universal design throughout her career. Faith is planning to continue her professional career by returning to Integrated Architecture in Grand Rapids, MI for her second summer.
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The Wave Health and Sports Center Project Info
MajorArchitecture [BS]
DescriptionThe Wave Health and Sports Center is proposed to be in downtown Sault Ste Marie, MI. This proposed site is located on the St Marys River waterfront in downtown Sault Ste Marie. In addition, this site neighbors Pullar Stadium and the Museum Ship Valley Camp, while also sharing a portion of the site with the Famous Soo Locks Boat Tours building. The proposed building will be embedded in roughly the middle of the site, with the lower level of the building partially embedded in the site and the main lobby being located on the upper level. In addition, the site will host two new parking lots that will connect the neighboring buildings with The Wave Health and Sports Center. Since this proposed building is located right on the waterfront, the design of the building aims to create a wave-like roof and utilizes water-like colors on the facade. The proposed additions of a large splash pad, that turns into a hockey rink in the winter, a concession stand, restrooms, and a sidewalk network, will help visitors of The Wave enjoy the water. Inside, the building is proposed to include a large gymnasium and natatorium. It will also boast a climbing wall, cafe, fitness and weight areas, multi-purpose fitness rooms, a care suite, classrooms, and a large track. The Wave Health and Sports Center aims to provide the community with a new place for gathering, learning, enjoyment, and exercise.