The Latest Trends in Community & Recreation Center Design
Recreation and community centers can become a central community hub, offering a place for community members to gather for a wide variety of activities. Here we talk to design experts about some of the latest trends in designing these central spaces, from focusing on whole-person wellness to environmental sustainability and beyond. 

A Deep Dive Into Indoor Sports Flooring

From fitness spaces and cardio rooms to courts for basketball, volleyball and other indoor sports, there’s a wide range of possibilities when it comes to choosing the right surface. Here, we’ll take a look at the benefits of different types of surfaces, with expert advice to help you make your selection, and keep it in good playing shape for its lifespan.

With Big Environmental Challenges Come Great Park Opportunities 
Parks can be a big part of environmental solutions to problems like flooding, heat and more. Here we take a closer look at what it takes to create resilient parks.

The Latest Approaches to Dog Parks 
Dog parks are a popular addition to parks and other spaces, providing an outlet for people and their pets that’s especially welcome in populated areas where there’s less room to roam. In this feature, we’ll look at some of the newest ideas in dog park design, from engaging equipment to layout considerations and beyond.

Ideas for Planning & Executing More Successful Events

On the day of a well-executed event, most attendees won’t realize how much time and effort goes into planning and executing the plan. Here we take a look at some of the crucial steps in planning and carrying off effective festivals and events, including safety, fun ideas to boost attendance and more. 

Mini Golf & Disc Golf Come to the Fore as Options for Underused Park Spaces
Underused space, oddly shaped spaces and unused acreage can be transformed into disc golf courses or mini golf venues, helping to attract more people to your park or outdoor space.

The Evolution of Sports Facility Design

More immersive fan experiences and greater comfort for athletes are just two of the trends driving sports facility design. 

Expand Beyond Swim Lessons to Swim Team Programs

When you want to expand your aquatic programming beyond the learn-to-swim and water safety basics, adding swim teams and water sports like water polo is a smart way to expand on what you already offer. Here, we take a look at some of the challenges and best practices in offering competitive opportunities at your pool.  

The Top Trends in Fitness for 2025

While wearables and other technology have been dominating the top fitness trends lately, there are other trends that facility owners should be aware of to ensure they’re meeting the needs of their members. Here, we take a look at some of the newest trends in programming and equipment, with advice on how to attract and retain members.

Indoor pools mean swimmers can enjoy fun and fitness in the water all year long, but if you're not on top of air and water maintenance, the experience can quickly turn negative. Learn more about how to maintain good air and water quality.