Building on the success of the Los Alamitos STEM Building, Westgroup Designs partnered again with the Los Alamitos Unified School District to create a transformative new gymnasium that anchors the campus’s evolving athletic zone. The 34,000-square-foot facility celebrates the District’s “Four A’s”: Academics, Athletics, Activities, and the Arts, by providing a vibrant, multipurpose hub for physical wellness, competition, and community connection.
Designed to serve the entire student body, the three-court gym includes 2,000 retractable seats, four team rooms, a weight training suite with outdoor plyometric areas, and dual concessions. Its double-height, glass-enclosed lobby, framed by a dynamic canopy inspired by the motion of a griffin wing, creates a civic entry and gathering space that showcases the Hall of Champions and the school’s proud athletic legacy.
The facility integrates advanced technology, including digital scoring, smart displays, and filming platforms that enhance both instruction and game-day experiences. Sustainability and wellness were central to the design, featuring high-efficiency HVAC systems, LED lighting, low-flow plumbing, and a Building Management System to optimize long-term performance.
Balancing durability with school pride, the material palette reintroduces warm brick and bold Los Alamitos blue accents, uniting the new facility with the broader campus. The Los Alamitos High School Gymnasium stands as a symbol of student achievement and community spirit, reflecting the District’s commitment to developing the whole student in mind, body, and spirit.