Building Type: Maxi Span
Building Size: 34m x 44m x 6m
Location: Market Harborough, Leicestershire
Sector: Sports & Leisure
Harborough Leisure Centre, run by Everyone Active, is a local favourite for tennis, netball and after school activities. The idea was to take an aging seasonal covered area and turn it into a fit-for-purpose multi-use sports building.
The previous dome covering the courts had been around for over 25 years and suffered from frequent deflations, structural issues, and the inability to handle the unpredictable British weather.
1. The unpredictable British climate - the building needed to handle everything from rain to snow.
2. With growing demand, the customer needed space for several courts, so more players could get involved.
3. The solution needed to be affordable without compromising on quality
4.Tennis clubs were busy year-round, so construction had to be planned carefully.
Smart-Space stood out for their tailored solutions, exceptional value, and flexibility. Offering high-quality results at a fraction of the cost of a permanent structure, they made thoughtful adjustments without delays.
Their clear communication and focus on long-term sustainability made them the best choice to support the facility’s future success.
Smart-Space worked with the customer on careful design and together selected a 1,575 sqm multi-purpose Maxi Space semi permanent building
Multi-purpose building for sports activities, sized 34m x 44m x 6m with insulated roof (with triangles) and insulated walls, with efficient heating, cooling and lighting to allow for comfortable, day-long, year-round play.
Smart-Space appointed a project manager to design and oversee this project from start to finish. This expertise led the concept to planning, enabled the effective management of supply and install, ensured necessary regulations were met, and ran everything to time and budget. This allowed the Everyone Active team peace of mind, knowing the project delivery was being taken care of and allowed them to focus on what they do best.
A much more affordable alternative to building a permanent structure, but still robust and built to last, with minimal maintenance required. This allowed the cost savings to be reinvested into other areas of the facility.
The project was finished to timescales set, meaning no major disruption to the tennis season.
"The upgraded flooring, better lighting, and spacious design have all been a massive hit. With the added space, the club can now accommodate even more players, making it easier for everyone to get involved.”
They kept us in the loop throughout, and it was clear they cared about getting things right.
Smart-Space took the time to understand our needs and made adjustments with the design and facilities, such as adding storage space, which meant we could make tweaks along the way without delaying the project. It’s great to know we now have a facility that will support our local sports community for years to come.
Smart-Space offered the best value by far. We got the quality we needed, at a fraction of the cost of a permanent structure. It’s been a real game-changer for us.”
“It’s a huge upgrade, offering year-round activities on the same, but much improved footprint for the building, and our facilities throughout. We’ve future-proofed for the years ahead”
The leisure centre’s previous aging, unreliable sports dome was upgraded with a multi-use, fit-for-purpose facility. Designed for year-round use, the 1,575 sqm semi-permanent structure features insulated walls, efficient heating and lighting, and enhanced flooring, allowing for increased capacity and improved playing conditions. Smart-Space managed the project from design to completion, ensuring timely delivery without disrupting the tennis season. The cost-effective solution provided a durable, low-maintenance alternative to a permanent structure, enabling savings and reinvestment in the rest of the facilities. The upgrade has been a game-changer, expanding accessibility and future-proofing the centre.
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