Georgia's Premier Residence Little Hawkins Island

Stuart Wade, Envision Virtual Tours The design goal was to produce a corporate or family retreat that could best utilize the uniqueness and seclusion as the only private residence, deep-water hammock directly assessable via concrete bridge in the Southeastern United States. Little Hawkins Island was seven years in the making from design and permitting through construction and punch out. The multiple award winning design was inspired by Spanish Colonial architecture with California Mission influences and developed for the corporation or family who entertains. With 5 custom fireplaces, 75+ palm trees, fountain, courtyards, and extensive use of covered outdoor spaces; Little Hawkins Island is truly a Resort Residence that will easily accommodate parties of 250 or more people. The concept of a “village” was used to promote movement among 4 independent buildings for residents and guests alike to enjoy the year round natural beauty and climate of the Golden Isles. The architectural scale and attention to detail throughout the campus is exemplary. From the heavy mud set Spanish barrel tile roof to the monolithic solid concrete portico with its’ custom carved cartouche at the entrance, every opportunity was seized to match the style and grace of the best properties built in a bygone era.

Architektenhaus mit Smart-Home Lösungen

Ludwig Bauer Elektro GmbH

Sauna im Fittnesbereich mit Dusche die viel Platz bietet
Inspiration for an expansive contemporary multipurpose gym in Munich with beige walls, brick floors and beige floor.

Custom Traditional Home in Bellaire, Texas

Purser Architectural

Purser Architectural Custom Home Design
Design ideas for a large traditional multipurpose gym in Houston with white walls, brick floors and white floor.

Centro benessere nella dependance di una villa del Settecento

Arkproject Camaiti & Cangi

Fotografie: Riccardo Mendicino
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary multipurpose gym in Other with beige walls, terra-cotta floors and multi-coloured floor.

Salle de sport

Royal Construction

Design ideas for a large modern multipurpose gym in Nice with beige walls, terra-cotta floors and beige floor.

Phillip Oval Cricket Centre

Clarke Keller

The upgrade of the Phillip Oval precinct is a joint venture between the ACT Government, AFL ACT/NSW and Cricket ACT. A collaborative approach has been adopted to develop a vibrant and busy precinct that houses the administration and training facilities for two of the largest sports in Australia. Photos by Anthony Basheer

Southwestern Galisteo Home

Pink Dwelling

This is an example of a mid-sized home yoga studio in Other with brick floors, brown floor and beige walls.

Centro benessere nella dependance di una villa del Settecento

Arkproject Camaiti & Cangi

Fotografie: Riccardo Mendicino
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary multipurpose gym in Other with beige walls, terra-cotta floors and multi-coloured floor.

Home Gym Design Ideas with Brick Floors and Terra-cotta Floors

A home gym can be a worthwhile investment, helping you maintain a healthy lifestyle, and saving you money in the long-run, too. All you need is a small exercise nook or a spare room that can be stocked with gym equipment. Strapped for cash? Workouts at home needn’t cost a cent; just throw down an exercise mat at the foot of your bed and voila. Home gym equipment can be large and bulky – a cross trainer, rowing machine or bench press, for example, will dominate most rooms. There are, however, alternative options for getting fit. Before you start planning the space, decide on what you actually enjoy doing, and what equipment you will get the most use out of. Depending on your budget and interests, you could have a yoga studio, meditation room, weights room, basketball court or even a dance studio. Browse the photos on Houzz for ideas and inspiration for home gyms, and save your favourites to an ideabook. Once you're ready, you can find the architect or interior designer to help bring your vision to life.

What kind of home gym should I have?

To get the most out of your home gym, plan a space that will allow you to incorporate many different fitness regimes. A spare room can be transformed into a hub for aerobics, yoga, pilates, kickboxing, dancing and cardio – just add timber floorboards or rubber flooring, a mirrored wall, an exercise machine, some dumbbells, a TV and a killer sound system. This way, there’s something for the whole family. If you have the space and enjoy doing specific workouts, consider making a specialty room like a yoga studio.

How do I create a double-duty exercise room?

Make the most of your home gym by making it a dual-purpose room. You could combine your gym with an office space, playroom, guest bedroom or garage, for example. Consider which space is most practical. A treadmill in your bedroom won’t be ideal if you workout at the crack of dawn while your partner is still sleeping; likewise, you won’t want to lift weights in a garage that turns into a sweatbox in the summer because it isn’t insulated.

What kind of home gym equipment do I need?

Again, this depends on what you enjoy doing most. Yoga mats, dumbbells and punching bags are popular purchases, or you could splurge on big-ticket items like a treadmill or multi-functional home gym system. Additional extras to help get you in the zone include a sound system, wall-mounted TV, as well as a mini bar to store cold drinks. Don’t forget to allow for efficient ventilation and cooling.