Space Criteria: A Guide to the Guides
c. Large Space Module
(1) Description. The large space module consists of
the large activity space, with subspaces such as a
stage/platform area, alcoves, and storage. The large
space module is included in the program for main youth
centers, not neighborhood centers. Some of the activi-
ties would take place in neighborhood centers on a
smaller scale, but would be housed in the programmed
and drop-in spaces. Large and accessible storage for all
the functions is necessary for flexible use of the space,
particularly for large athletic equipment, stacking chairs,
tables, etc.
(2) Space Allocation. See Table 7 - 101.
(3) Relationships. The large space should be directly
accessible from the main entrance lobby, especially dur-
ing evening functions when the rest of the building may
not be in use. Restrooms, coat room, and snack prepa-
ration area should also be readily accessible, as should
service access for catering and for table and chair stor-
age. Provide convenient exterior access to playing fields
and to patio terraces. Visual contact between the entry
Large Space Considerations
and drop-in center, and the large activity space, is desir-
able for spectators and supervisors. The large activity
space must also be acoustically separate from other
areas of the youth center.
Large Space Relationships
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