Increasingly necessary, these collaborations create opportunities for shared spaces that benefit diverse groups across communities.At the Collins & Katz Family YMCA, students gain access to a gymnasium court and teen center, while YMCA members enjoy amenities like an indoor pool, fitness center, rooftop running track, and rooftop court.Located on Santa Monica Boulevard, the facility integrates seamlessly with its urban environment. A living wall along the pool’s street-facing side brings a fresh, natural setting, while the building’s design flows around garden courtyards and rooftop spaces, connecting indoor and outdoor recreation.The space is a win-win for the district and YMCA, showing how joint-use projects can maximize resources and create spaces that might otherwise be out of reach for groups like schools, community organizations, and public libraries.
