Sports & Recreation
City of Franklin Ballpark Commons Master Plan
City of Franklin Ballpark Commons Master Plan GRAEF played a pivotal role in the planning of Ballpark Commons, a dynamic 200-acre development anchored by the existing Rock Sports Complex. GRAEF provided civil and traffic engineering, planning and urban design, stormwater, and environmental services to support the creation of a vibrant mixed-use destination that blends recreation,…
Read MoreLapham Lodge
Lapham Lodge The Lapham Lodge is a new 6,000-square-foot, multi-functional facility located within the 1,100-acre Lapham Peak Unit of the Kettle Moraine State Forest. Officially opened in the spring of 2025, the lodge was developed through a close collaboration between the Friends of Lapham Peak and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) to better…
Read MoreJackie Robinson Ball Park Expansion
Jackie Robinson Ball Park Expansion Jackie Robinson Ballpark opened as the Daytona City Island Ballpark in 1914 and is the oldest ballpark still used in Minor League Baseball. “The Jack” is the current home of the Daytona Tortugas, the Single-A minor league affiliate of the Cincinnati Reds. It’s named in honor of Jackie Robinson who…
Read MoreResch Expo Center
Resch Expo Center The design team for the Resch Expo Center faced one significant challenge: create a new structure worthy of standing next to the iconic and historic Lambeau Field. The state-of-the-art facility is a catalyst for economic development and tourist destination travel for the region. It is designed to meet the next generation of…
Read MoreMilwaukee Athletic Club
Milwaukee Athletic Club The Milwaukee Athletic Club has been gracing the streets of Milwaukee since 1918. In 2020, it was deemed time to renovate the historic structure and update the luxury club experience for its members and visitors. The 14-story, 200,000-square-foot building included fitness, residential, and social gathering spaces. Because of the club’s age, historic…
Read MoreFroedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin Sports Science Center
Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin Sports Science Center As the first building to open in the Milwaukee Bucks downtown arena district, the Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin Sports Science Center, Milwaukee Bucks new Training Center provides world-class player and coach amenities. The 77,500-square-foot facility that opened in August 2017, includes two…
Read MoreGreat North Commons
Great North Commons The Great North Commons facility is a three-story, 40,500-square-foot bar, restaurant, and event space venue in the shadows of Lambeau Field and the Resch Center on Armed Forces Drive. This new facility began serving sports fans, concertgoers, and Green Bay residents and visitors alike with several dining options, including a pizzeria and…
Read MoreCity of Madison Lake Monona Waterfront
City of Madison Lake Monona Waterfront Lake Monona is an integral segment of downtown Madison, Wisconsin. The City of Madison launched the Lake Monona Waterfront Design Challenge in early 2022 to reimagine the underutilized waterfront site with hopes of creating a visionary, inclusive, and environmentally focused master plan for 1.7 miles of shoreline and 17…
Read MoreMilwaukee Bucks Fiserv Forum
Milwaukee Bucks Fiserv Forum When the Milwaukee Bucks set out to build Fiserv Forum, it wasn’t just about constructing a new arena—it was about creating an iconic structure that would define the city skyline and serve as a centerpiece for the community. GRAEF provided erection engineering and designed essential steel bracing for key components—beams, columns,…
Read MoreMSOE Viets Field
MSOE Viets Field Viets Field, an NCAA Division III competition field for soccer, lacrosse and club sports, is home to MSOE men’s and women’s soccer and lacrosse and provides outdoor practice space to other teams and clubs on campus. GRAEF was part of a collaborative design team responsible for the design and engineering of a…
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