Garvin Design Group, Contract Construction Complete Coastal Carolina University’s Indoor Practice Facility

Garvin Design Group, HNTB, and Contract Construction are proud to announce the completion of Coastal Carolina University’s new Indoor Practice Facility in Conway, South Carolina. This state-of-the-art, 93,000-square-foot facility marks a significant enhancement to the university’s athletic and community event capabilities.
 
Located just south of Brooks Stadium, the Indoor Practice Facility includes a full-size synthetic football field, coaches’ observation tower, training room, video recording platforms, and athletic training space. Clerestory windows, garage bay doors, and double-height glazing allow abundant natural light to fill the interior, creating a dynamic environment for athletic training and university events.
 
Designed in close collaboration with national sports architecture firm HNTB, Garvin Design Group served as Architect of Record and design leader, while Contract Construction managed construction services for the project.
 
“We’re thrilled to see Coastal’s vision for this facility become a reality,” said Terry Buchmann, Principal at Garvin Design Group. “Working alongside HNTB, Contract Construction, and Coastal’s administration and coaches, we’ve delivered a flexible, high-performance facility that supports CCU’s growing athletics programs and enriches the campus community.”
 
Greg Hughes, President of Contract Construction, added, “Completing this project is a huge milestone for Coastal Carolina University. We are honored to have helped bring this vision to life and proud to deliver a facility that will serve athletes, coaches, and students for years to come.”
 
The project was made possible through generous philanthropic support, including major contributions from Conway Medical Center with Novant Health and Joe Moglia, CCU’s Chair of Athletics and Executive Director for Football. In addition to supporting athletic programming, the new Indoor Practice Facility is expected to host a wide range of campus events, including club sports, intramurals, commencement activities, and community gatherings.
 
About Garvin Design Group: Celebrating its 22nd anniversary this year, Garvin Design Group offers comprehensive planning and design services for a variety of project types and sizes.  From master planning and programming to interior up-fits and new construction, Garvin Design Group strives to provide client-driven design solutions throughout South Carolina. The firm of 21 people has completed more than $1.2 billion worth of projects since its founding in 2003. GDG’s contributions to the community and the profession earned it the American Institute of Architects – South Carolina’s (AIA SC) 2019 Firm Award, the Columbia Chamber’s 2020 Small Business of the Year Award, and recognition as a 2021 and 2022 Top 3 Best in Business Award from SC Business Monthly. For more information, visit www.garvindesigngroup.com.
 
About HNTB: HNTB Corporation (HNTB) is an employee-owned infrastructure solutions firm serving public and private owners and construction contractors. With 109 years of service, HNTB understands the life cycle of infrastructure and addresses clients’ most complex technical, financial, and operational challenges. Professionals deliver a full range of infrastructure-related services, including award-winning planning, design, and program and construction management. For more information, visit www.hntb.com or follow HNTB on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram.
 
About Contract Construction: Founded in 1984, Contract Construction offers a full line of construction services. The team of builders, project managers, estimators, and more bring expertise to every job in a variety of project delivery methods, from Design-Build to Construction Management At-Risk. Contract Construction ensures owners receive a cost-effective design, quality materials, low maintenance, efficient and sustainable operations, minimal to zero changes, and a project completed on schedule and within budget with no litigation. With year-after-year success, Contract Construction has become a trusted partner for some of the South’s most high-profile and technically complex projects, no matter the size. For more information, visit www.contractconstruction.net.