Beloit College Powerhouse - Beloit WI

Written By Serhii Chrucky
View of the entire Beloit College Powerhouse complex from across the Rock River during the day.

The Beloit College Powerhouse, designed by Studio Gang, is an adaptive reuse project, transforming a former coal power plant into a combined student union and recreation center. Situated on the Rock River, the design integrates historic elements with new construction, including a translucent field house that glows in the evening. Originally built in phases between 1908 and 1947, the building retains architectural features and industrial equipment from its past. Inside, a suspended three-lane running track is woven through the building, which includes a competition swimming pool, fitness center, gathering spaces, and an auditorium. The project connects the college campus to the riverfront with a pedestrian bridge across a busy road.

 
Dusk detail view of the fieldhouse at Beloit College Powerhouse, showing the river-facing side and pedestrian walkway.
Dusk view of the Beloit College Powerhouse, highlighting the glowing translucent fieldhouse.
Interior view of the Beloit College Powerhouse fieldhouse, showing natural light streaming through the windows.
Elevated view of the suspended running track inside the Beloit College Powerhouse, with the new fieldhouse addition visible in the background.
View of the main hall of the Beloit College Powerhouse, seen from the elevated running track.
View of the competition swimming pool at the Beloit College Powerhouse.
View of the entire Beloit College Powerhouse complex from across the Rock River at dusk.
Context view of the Beloit College Powerhouse fieldhouse at night, showing its proximity to a busy road.
Serhii Chrucky https://serhiichrucky.com
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