Nestled into a hillside filled with ponderosa pines and views of Humphreys Peak, this state-of-the-art training facility is designed to attract top student-athletes to Northern Arizona University. The Student-Athlete High-Performance Center, welcoming all Lumberjacks, focuses on wellness and development, while also providing meaningful recruitment opportunities.

The trees and nearby mountain range are strong elements of the NAU Lumberjack brand, and the design team expertly captured this culture and identity throughout the design of the facility. By creating indoor-outdoor connections in as many locations throughout the space as possible, the facility inspires unique experiences and reinforces the brand of NAU Athletics. The space honors success on and off the field, recognizes donors, and highlights championships.

Explore more of the space’s dramatic connections to nature on ArchDaily.