Alan Coulter Recreation Centre Visual Story

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Arrival at Alan Coulter Recreation Centre

A cream industrial building with red corrugated roofing. At the front, manicured grass and palm trees adorn the landscape. Two white cars are parked in the car park area in front of the building. A garden light post is visible on the grass. Further ahead, trees can be seen. On the right side of the building, additional car parking is available, including accessible parking marked with blue wheelchairs and yellow diagonal lines.
To the left stands a cream industrial building with red corrugated roofing. There is accessible parking marked with blue wheelchairs and yellow diagonal lines. At the front, manicured grass and palm trees adorn the landscape. A few white cars are parked in the car park area in front of the building. Further ahead, trees are visible.
A cream industrial building with red corrugated roofing. In front is a parking area with four cars of various colors and models parked. In the middle, the facility's signage in yellow and white bold letters is visible. Tall palm trees border the parking area. The building's concourse has red bricks and manicured grass.
A cream industrial building with red corrugated roofing. The building's concourse has red bricks and manicured grass on both sides. A step-free entrance from the car park, marked by white lines and accessibility signage, is available on the left. Picnic tables are located near the entrance, along with a rubbish bin.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Birds chirping (especially galahs)
  2. Vehicle noises
  3. Quiet
  4. Trees rustling
  5. Footsteps on concrete
Smell

Smells

  1. Fresh, rural air
  2. Grass
  3. Vehicle exhaust (occasional)
  4. External weather conditions
  5. Concrete
Touch

Feel

  1. Anticipation
  2. Movement to entrance
  3. Changing floor surfaces
  4. External weather conditions
  5. Soft breeze
Sight

Sight

  1. Industrial warehouse facility
  2. Parked & moving vehicles
  3. People in sports wear
  4. External weather conditions
  5. Trees & green grass

Entrance

On the left is a cafe presenting snacks and drinks, featuring a coffee maker atop the counter and a fridge for cold drinks at the back. To the right is the reception counter, designed with low timber. Brochures and a computer are neatly placed on the counter, and goggles are arranged in a display rack behind. The low white ceiling is illuminated by LED lights, and the floor is grey. Posters, including an advertising banner in front of the cafe, are affixed to the wall.
A lengthy reception counter with a timber design. Pamphlets, brochures, and other office equipment are neatly arranged on the grey drawers behind. The floor has grey carpet, an ice cream fridge on the left, and a flatscreen TV mounted to the left wall. Movable tables and chairs are visible. To the right is an entrance to the stadium, featuring polished timber flooring and an aluminum step-free ramp.
On the right, a coffee vending machine is positioned atop the counter, accompanied by an advertising sign below. To the left, there's an ice cream fridge, a flat-screen TV, and a poster displaying the facility's location map on the cream wall. Towards the far right, there's a dome-shaped entrance with a large banner leaning against the wall. Movable plastic chairs are arranged in the middle. The floor is covered in grey carpet, and the white ceiling has fluorescent lights.
On the left, two dome-shaped entrances with "toilet" signs are visible. The reception and cafe are situated in the middle, featuring a fridge and a coffee vending machine. An ice cream machine is positioned on the right. Further ahead, various signages and posters are displayed. An enclosed space with stairs is located to the left of the cafe. The floor is covered in grey tiles, and the ceiling is entirely white with fluorescent lights.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. People talking & laughing
  2. Directional instructions
  3. Beeping & buzzing
  4. Echoes
  5. Café sounds
Smell

Smells

  1. Chlorine (occasional)
  2. Carpets
  3. Cleaning products (mild)
  4. Body odours (close proximity)
  5. Perfumes & fragrances
Touch

Feel

  1. Excitement & anticipation
  2. Change in floor surfaces
  3. Elevated heart rate
  4. Close proximity to others
  5. Change in temperature
Sight

Sight

  1. People queuing
  2. Staff providing directions
  3. Staff in yellow & blue uniforms
  4. People in sports wear
  5. Low ceiling with fluorescent lighting

Gymnasium

To the left, is the access to the stadium through a grey door. The floor features polished timber with markings, and the ceiling has an industrial look with exposed blue beams. To the right, a narrow corridor leads to the gymnasium. At the corridor's end, exercise machines are visible, with colorful posters affixed to the door.
To the left are neatly arranged weight machines, benches with weights, and barbells. On the right, arm curl machines, and further ahead, more exercise machines. A floor-to-ceiling mirror on the left wall, and glass on the right overlooking the pool. The floor transitions from grey carpet to black rubber tiles, with a yellow line. The ceiling has a grey, porous design, and lanyards are hung near the entrance.
The entire floor is lined with exercise machines. On the left, weightlifting and smith machines are neatly arranged, with a floor-to-ceiling mirror. On the right are rowing machines. The left wall provides space to hang bags, featuring a framed poster and an exit sign. The floor transitions from grey carpet to black rubber tiles separated by a yellow line.
On the left are the overhead press and rowing machines. In the middle, bench press and leg extension machines. On the right, are other machines, including a smith machine. The floor features dark grey rubber tiles, and the ceiling has a porous design in grey. A flat-screen TV is mounted on the right wall. Further ahead is a rack for belongings.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Whirring of ceiling fans
  2. Grunting & groaning of gym attendees
  3. Hum of airconditioning
  4. Banging & clanging of gym equipment
  5. Music
Smell

Smells

  1. Chlorine (occasional)
  2. Body odours (close proximity)
  3. Controlled air environment
  4. Sporting ointments (occasional)
  5. Perfumes & fragrances
Touch

Feel

  1. Cool airconditioning
  2. Close proximity to others
  3. Change in floor surfaces
  4. Elevated body temperature
  5. Excitement & anticipation
Sight

Sight

  1. People exercising
  2. Exercise equipment
  3. Fluorescent lighting
  4. People swimming
  5. White walls & grey floors

Swimming Pool

The entrance to the pool is through a glass sliding door. Green plastic chairs are lined up on the left side. The 16m swimming pool features colorful floating ropes. Banners, and safety reminders are affixed to the middle wall. Hydrotherapy equipment and a hoist are positioned on the right. The ceiling is white with exposed steel beams.
The 16m swimming pool has colourful floating ropes on the pool deck. Banners and safety reminders are affixed to the middle wall. Hydrotherapy equipment and a hoist are positioned on the right. The low ceiling is white with exposed steel beams, lined with fluorescent lights. The floor is made of white tiles.
The 16m swimming pool has colourful floating ropes on the pool deck. Banners and safety reminders are affixed to the right wall. An entrance to the pool through stairs with a railing and a ramp is positioned in the left corner. Hydrotherapy equipment and a hoist are placed on the right. The sloping ceiling is white with exposed steel beams, large air conditioning vents, and lined with fluorescent lights. The floor is made of white tiles.
The 16m swimming pool has colorful floating ropes on the pool deck. Banners and safety reminders are affixed to the left wall. An entrance to the pool through stairs with a railing and a ramp is positioned in the corner. Hydrotherapy equipment and a hoist are visible at the far end. Plastic tables hold swimming accessories on the left, while plastic green chairs are aligned to the right. The ceiling is white with exposed steel beams, and large air conditioning vents.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Running water
  2. People talking & laughing
  3. Splashing water
  4. Instructions from staff
  5. Echoes
Smell

Smells

  1. Chlorine (strong)
  2. Controlled air environment
  3. Humidity
  4. Wet towels/clothes
  5. Sunscreen
Touch

Feel

  1. Wet
  2. Calm & relaxed
  3. Damp clothes
  4. Close proximity to others
  5. Small confined space
Sight

Sight

  1. Splashing water
  2. People swimming
  3. People in swim wear
  4. People exercising in gym
  5. Green plastic chairs

Sports Stadium

To the left, a section of the reception area is visible. On the right is a corridor leading to the gym. In the middle is a manual door that opens outward, with an aluminum step-free ramp positioned on it. Colorful posters are affixed to the door. Inside, the stadium is visible, featuring timber floors with markings for various ball games, and an industrial ceiling with exposed blue beams.
Stadium 1: The first stadium features polished timber floors with markings for various ball games. The left and right sections have blue tiles bearing a team's brand. At the far end, a white corrugated wall displays triangle banners. To the right, the blue tiles lead to the second stadium. Tiered seating in the middle serves as a divider. The ceiling has an industrial look with exposed blue and red metal beams, along with corrugated lining.
The stadium is equipped with polished timber floors marked for various ball games. In the middle, tiered seating with railings is accessible via wooden stairs with railings. White plastic chairs and a desk are lined up below. The ceiling has an industrial look with exposed blue metal beams, along with corrugated lining. An advertising banner is placed on the upper left, and a digital screen is on the upper right.
The stadium features polished timber floors marked for various ball games. In the middle, tiered seating with railings is accessible via wooden stairs. White plastic chairs and a desk are lined up below. The ceiling has an industrial look with exposed blue metal beams and corrugated lining. A wall fan is positioned on the middle wall, and basketball boards are placed on both sides.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Bouncing balls
  2. Echoes
  3. Yelling & cheering
  4. Whistles
  5. Music
Smell

Smells

  1. Sporting ointments
  2. Body odours (close proximity)
  3. Air conditioning
  4. Deodorants & fragrances
  5. Cleaning products (mild)
Touch

Feel

  1. Close proximity to others
  2. Anticipation & exhilaration
  3. Elevated heart rate
  4. Change in floor surfaces
  5. Exhaustion (during & after games)
Sight

Sight

  1. Glare & reflections
  2. People playing ball games
  3. Fluorescent lights
  4. Banners & marketing materials
  5. Spectators watching game

Hydraulic and Cardio Circuit Rooms

Entrance to the Hydraulic and Cardio Circuit Rooms is through two arches with a "Toilets" sign. The left arch leads to a dimly lit white corridor. A white door opens outward. The walls, ceiling, and floor are all white, with a dark grey carpet.
To the left, the outward-opening door reveals the Hydraulic Cardio Room. The room features a small 5 cm stepped entry highlighted in yellow to minimize trip hazards. Inside, resistance machines, including a blue stability ball, are present on a timber floor. The ceiling is painted white with a corrugated design, and the floor has grey carpet. Further ahead is the Circuit room.
Inside the Hydraulic Cardio Room, resistance machines such as the Abdominal Crunch Machine, Shoulder Press Machine, Calf Machine, and Dip Press machines are arranged. A blue stability ball is placed in the middle. The floor is made of polished timber. Wall fans are mounted on both sides, and the walls are white. The ceiling is white with exposed beams and timber linings.
The Circuit Cardiac room on the right features black rubber tiles, wall hooks below blue signage, and a 5 cm yellow-highlighted step entry for safety. Inside, medicine balls are stacked by the left wall, and a stationary bike is present. A wall fan is on the left. Outside, a white ceiling with timber linings and grey carpeted floor is observed. An advertising sign is on the left, and behind the arch, a blue board displays posters.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Grunting & groaning of gym attendees
  2. Banging & clanging of equipment
  3. Whir of equipment
  4. People talking & laughing
  5. Whirring ceiling fans
Smell

Smells

  1. Body odours (close proximity)
  2. Sporting ointments
  3. Air conditioning
  4. Carpets
  5. Cleaning products (medium)
Touch

Feel

  1. Elevated heart rate
  2. Change in floor surfaces
  3. Elevated body temperature
  4. Exhilaration
  5. Sweating
Sight

Sight

  1. Exercise equipment
  2. People exercising
  3. Contrasting colours
  4. Arched entrances
  5. Timber floors
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