Jennifer M Dent
  • designer & project manager

  • 3.3 Acres

  • 5,000 av. sq. ft. Clubhouse

  • 5,000 av. sq. ft. Fitness Center

  • 2 Exterior Pools

  • OPENED SPRING 2017

The Canals at Grand Park: Founders Hall

Frisco, TX

Serving as the center for the Canals at Grand park, Founders Hall provides multiple spaces for the mixed demographic in the area. Individual areas for yuoung professionals to enjoy and others for growing families, the large exterior amenities include 2 pools.

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Siteplan

 

This community center comprises of 2 separate buildings, 2 pools, 2 gardens catered to the local demographic, a civic lawn and an expansive activity lawn all connected by pedestrian walkways.

 
 
 

Design and Curation

 

Foyer and Library

Tall ceilings and molded columns greet guest into the entry hallway accompanied by the library at the center of the structure extending compliments to the exterior lawn and adjacent building. Built in reading and co-working nooks invite residents to utilize the space. 

 
 

East & West Hall

The East and West halls provide areas for culinary accommodations partnered with ample seating for resident gatherings. The vaulted ceilings in each gathering space lift the spacial relationships complimenting the exposed wooden architectural beams enhancing the community driven experience. These spaces are accompanied by entertainment perks like billiard tables and various mediums of media assets. 

 
 

Media & Game Room

In addition to the hall spaces are specially designed media rooms with access to movies and streaming services for larger groups with various seating options. The game room revolves around a large screen with Xbox connectivity inviting children from the neighborhood to interact with one another.

 
 

Fitness Center

The wellness and fitness center are filled with state of the art cardio machines, free weights, and functional fitness rooms that include well beats with access to all workout classes 24/7. The main focus of the center is to create a welcoming atmosphere for all ages regardless of physical level to enjoy.

 
 

Gardens and Pools

The Hall and Fitness center connected by a courtyard with lounge seating anchors, 2 large community pools that include grill and dining areas.  The lush landscape also has a children's playground,  young adult play area with ping pong tables, fire pits. For large community events the quarter acre lawn is perfect gathering space for the community.