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The Hub Recreation Center
Redmond, Oregon
The Hub brings aquatics, fitness, sports, and community gathering together in a welcoming recreation destination rooted in Redmond’s high desert character. Guided by Spirit, Roam, Authenticity, and Belonging, the 56,000-square-foot center pairs vibrant forms with efficient planning to support play, wellness, connection, and everyday community life for all ages and abilities alike.
LocationRedmond, Oregon
ClientRedmond Area Parks and Recreation District
TypeRecreation
CategoryAquatics, Multigenerational, Planning + Studies, Current
Square Footage56,000
Completion2026
Shaped by the High Desert
The exterior draws inspiration from the layered colors of Central Oregon’s high desert and Redmond's Dry Canyon. Insulated metal panels of varying widths create an organic rhythm across the façade, while soft reds, oranges, and earth tones reflect the region’s changing landscape and give the center a distinctly Redmond identity.
PEMB was customized for the different spaces of The Hub.
The gym and fitness space under one roof.
Metal Building Magic
Budget became a catalyst for innovation at The Hub. A pre-engineered metal building system provided an efficient framework for the center’s large-span recreation spaces, then was carefully adapted to meet the unique demands of an aquatic environment. Strategic detailing, high-performance insulation, moisture control, and durable materials transformed an economical building approach into a resilient natatorium designed for long-term community use.
Smith Rock State Park
Bringing the Outdoors In
Abundant daylight strengthens the center’s connection to its surroundings while supporting energy efficiency. Skylights introduce natural light into the gymnasium and fitness areas, reducing reliance on electric lighting and creating brighter, more welcoming spaces for movement, recreation, and everyday activity. Staff at the Parks District shared photos showing the area's natural textures and colors (see below).
Designed for Belonging
Themes of Spirit, Roam, Authenticity, and Belonging shaped decisions from color and form to circulation and gathering spaces. Pedestrian connections to nearby neighborhoods, access to public transit, outdoor recreation, and flexible community spaces help The Hub feel less like a standalone facility and more like an extension of the Redmond community.
Aquatics Center
Weights and Cardio Area
Community Classroom
Fitness Studio
Teaching Kitchen
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