Advanced Building Concepts was brought in early during the planning phase of the Newport YMCA pool project, to help the owner select an architect. The Design/Build approach was used to construct the building to save time, so that the YMCA could open its pool doors to members as soon as possible.

ABC’s value engineering recommendation, to change the mechanical system from an electric dehumidification system to an air exchange system, saved the YMCA $50,000 in installation costs, plus considerable long-term utility savings.

The building team recommended the introduction of natural light inside the pool area, with a wall of windows along the east side of the facility. Work on the project included the demolition of the building down to the foundation, the replacement of wood walls with masonry, installation of a vapor tight ventilating insulated roof system, and an efficient heat recovery/air exchanger, to control the air quality, temperature and humidity of the building.