Coulson Family Training Complex

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Firm

EwingCole

Client

University of Pennsylvania

Area

20,190 sq.ft.

Total Cost

$22,500,000

Completion Date

04/2024

Halkin/Mason Photography

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The University of Pennsylvania sought to elevate the experience of its football student-athletes while honoring the history of Franklin Field. With limited space under the east stands, EwingCole embraced the challenge, designing an innovative two-story facility that reconfigures concourses to accommodate expanded locker rooms, meeting spaces, and storage—all while integrating track and field athlete accommodations.

Top-performing student-athletes increasingly consider facilities and amenities as a key factor when choosing where to compete at the collegiate level. The new Penn football locker room delivers state-of-the-art amenities that enhance performance, recovery and team cohesion. Ventilated lockers, spa-like showers and tiered meeting spaces provide comfort and functionality. On the second floor, operable glass partitions transform meeting rooms into entertainment spaces with panoramic views of Penn Park and the Philadelphia skyline—offering a functional upgrade and a dynamic recruiting tool.

By maximizing limited space and elevating both performance and tradition, the professional-grade facility strengthens Penn Football’s legacy while positioning the program to attract and develop top talent for years to come.