Lewinstein Athletic Center

The Lewinstein Athletic Center (LAC) project incorporates energy upgrades as part of the College's Decarbonization Program, a number of interior renovations, and upgrades to the lobby space that includes new finishes.  

As part of this project, Dartmouth's Athletic Equipment Room will be relocated into the LAC from the basement of Davis Varsity House. These measures will ensure equitable distribution of equipment and uniforms among all varsity teams.  

The hot water conversion work will convert the building's heating system from low-pressure steam to campus district water. Heating and cooling equipment will be modified or replaced.  

• Convert the facility from steam to hot and chilled water in support of Dartmouth's decarbonization program.   

• Allow for equitable distribution of equipment among student athletes.  

• Construction begins in March 2025 and will be divided into the following phases: 

• Phase 1A focuses on installing new mechanical systems in the building necessary for the conversion from steam to hot water, which includes piping above ceilings, as well as work within the mechanical rooms. 

  • This phase also incorporates the interior renovations, including creating the new equipment room within the current Manley multipurpose rooms. The equipment room will house new high-density storage and relocated laundry facilities. The lobby renovation will include new flooring, branding and updated lighting as part of the modernization of Athletic facilities.  

  • The anticipated completion date for Phase 1A is August 2025. This phase will require the building to be partially vacant, and we'll share information about building closures prior to the start of construction. Alumni Gym (formally West Gym), Zimmerman Fitness Center, and Karl Michael pool will remain open throughout this phase.

  • Phase 1B, slated to begin in March 2026, is a continuation of the energy system conversion. It includes installation of new mechanical systems in the building. The estimated completion is August 2026. This phase will also require the building to be partially vacant and we'll share information about building closures prior to the start of construction. Phase 2 involves making the final connections to convert LAC to the campus-wide energy systems.  

• Preparing for a spring 2025 start date 

• Applying for all required permits 

• Project Manager: Andrew Miraldi 

• Architect: Studio Nexus  

• Engineer: KFI Engineers 

• Construction Manager: Lee Kennedy Company 

• Contact: Project.Management.Services@dartmouth.edu