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Hole in the Wall Gang Camp

Lodge & Bunkhouses

Founded in 1988 by the late actor and philanthropist Paul Newman, The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp turned to their trusted and on-going collaborator, Svigals + Partners, for a “glamping” style lodge and counselors-in-training bunkhouses.

Location

Ashford, CT

Services

Master Planning
Conceptual Design
Predesign
Programming
Architectural Services
Interior Design/FFE

Project Size and Type

7,700 s.f.
New Construction

Schedule

Completion: March 2021

Collaboration

The lodge was designed to be flexible and accessible in order to serve a range of young adult programs. It’s also a ‘home base’ for the camp counselors, providing a gathering spot for collaboration and socializing.

Design Highlights

Bunkhouses are low-maintenance and durable, yet distinctive with exposed timber elements. For accessories throughout the project, the design team collaborated with the client and with donors who created handmade quilts for all campers.

Result

Organized around a central courtyard, the u-shaped bunkhouses create a recreational area for traditional camp activities. The complex feels complete In Its remote setting, a multi-functional environment for collaboration, play, and retreat.