Being the first commercial boxing gym in the region, The Burrow introduces a modern combination of boxing exercises to Kuwait. The gym is composed of a welcoming lobby, semi-private workout halls, a boxing arena and an elevated cross fit area. While designing the space, the key factor was in emphasizing a natural flow of movement and the element of surprise.

© Nelson Garrido

Architects: LAB 100

Location: Sabhan, Kuwait

Area: 1000.0 sqm

Project Year: 2015

Photographs: Nelson Garrido

© Nelson Garrido

Being the first commercial boxing gym in the region, The Burrow introduces a modern combination of boxing exercises to Kuwait. The gym is composed of a welcoming lobby, semi-private workout halls, a boxing arena and an elevated cross fit area. While designing the space, the key factor was in emphasizing a natural flow of movement and the element of surprise.
© Nelson Garrido

 In order to reach the main workout area, members have to take a relatively narrow corridor, passing by the locker area and into the main workout hall. In contrast to the corridor, the spacious workout area embraces an elevated boxing ring in it's center. The boxing ring is dramatically lit with nine pendant lights to highlight it's importance in the facility. The workout area & classrooms were designed in a w...