The goal of the St. Joseph’s Hall renovation was to revitalize the fitness center & create an extracurricular destination. The building’s code compliance , ADA accessibility, and energy efficiency needed to be resolved and updated. The design solution of adding an elevator tower as a vertical circulation element addressed accessibility needs on all four levels - including the balcony, restrooms, locker rooms, fitness center and the gymnasium. Energy efficient heating & cooling upgrades within a historic building were completed throughout the building. The programming and design addressed current needs of Carlow University’s athletics department and the campus wide wellness initiatives.