Momentous Sports Medicine, Washington, D.C.: Photo Tour
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Momentous Sports Medicine: The new facility combines elements of a traditional medical office with a contemporary wellness spa and performance center that includes a state-of-the-art exercise room and treatment room.
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Momentous Sports Medicine: A previously unused courtyard has been transformed into a workout area featuring rubber and turf flooring.
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Momentous Sports Medicine: A spa-like restroom and shower provide services to foster a thorough wellness and performance experience.
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Momentous Sports Medicine: Private areas are organized in a wood-panel wrapped volume to create separation between the reception and workout zones.
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Momentous Sports Medicine: A private treatment room includes an adjustable table and custom cabinetry for function and comfort.
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Momentous Sports Medicine: EL Studio optimized lighting in the space and maintained the original skylights to offer a connection to the outdoors and natural lighting.
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Momentous Sports Medicine: A cut-metal sign that seamlessly connects to the ceiling within the facility creates an eye-catching display on the building exterior.
Momentous Sports Medicine, Washington, D.C.
Momentous Sports Medicine is a physical therapy and sports performance practice in Washington, D.C., that blends elements of a medical office, gym, and spa.
Owner Dr. Tim Vidale, a local physical therapist, tapped EL Studio (Washington, D.C.) with the task of creating a fully equipped, dynamic space to treat his patients. As a former athlete, Dr. Vidale requested a contemporary space reflecting both a medical facility and wellness spa that would optimize the physical assessment and treatment of his patients.
Medical office renovation
The project opened in October 2022 in Blagden Alley, a historic alleyway in northwest Washington and D.C.’s thriving Shaw neighborhood that includes bars, restaurants, and coffee shops. The 1,355-square-foot facility is housed in a former carriage house in the alley.
Upon entry, patients are greeted by reception. From there, a main hallway leads to a large workout room, treatment room, and staff office.
Branded design elements
An articulated ceiling plane is designed to organize circulation and draw patients inward as well as mask HVAC ductwork and integrate lighting. The result is an elevated ceiling zone that optimizes the existing skylights all while subtly imbuing the space with the Momentous’ brand signature gold color.
A wood-panel wrapped volume is used to separate reception and workout zones. The workout space, outfitted with rubber and turf flooring, occupies a former enclosed courtyard and includes three skylights to maintain a connection to the outdoors.
A gold cut-metal sign was installed to improve visibility of the facility’s alley-facing entrance.
Momentous Sports Medicine project details
Location: Washington, D.C.
Completion date: October 2022
Owner: Dr. Tim Vidale
Total building area: 1,355 sq. ft.
Total construction cost: N/A
Cost/sq. ft.: N/A
Architect: EL Studio
Interior designer: N/A
General contractor: Bristol Custom Construction
Engineer: Charles Ford and Associates
Builder: Bristol Custom Construction
