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27TH ANNUAL BOWLING CENTER ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN AWARDS
SOME HAVE BOWLING-FOCUSED names such as King Pin and Seven Ten. Others dont mention bowling at all in their names: Latitude 30 and The Clubhouse. And still others have names that simply convey a sense of fun: Moose Alley and Lucky Jacks.
What all of these businesses have in common is the presentation of a traditional sport and leisure-time activity bowling in a thoroughly modern and forward-looking man-ner. They have created their welcoming environments, whether intended for families or primarily adult clientele, through the effective use of architectural and interior design elements.
In essence, whether brand new facilities or venerable es-tablishments that have undergone extensive modernization, these are the bowling centers of the future and theyre here today for all to experience.
Peruse the pages that follow, and get acquainted with what may well be your bowling future.
Posted with permission from Bowlers Journal International.
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Best New Center
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BOWLMOR LANES TIMES SQUARENEW YORK, N.Y.
Owner: Bowlmor Lanes LLC (Tom Shannon)Architect: Ramon Chicon, BLU3 Development and Architecture, PLLC
One year ago this month, what may be the worlds most expensive bowling center opened in New York Citys famous Times Square, in space formerly occupied by offi ces of the New York Times. Encompassing 90,000 square feet and offering 50 lanes of bowling (equipped by QubicaAMF) in seven themed areas, the $22 million Bowlmor Times Square takes the tenpin experience to a whole new level. Guests are greeted by a vintage-style neon sign depicting Bowlmor Bob. Once inside, the attention to design detail is impossible to ignore. In the Chinatown Lanes area, theres a giant gong. On the walls of the Pop New York Lounge, theres artwork inspired by Andy Warhol. Hid-ing the Prohibition Lounge is a hat shop/townhouse faade. In some ways, the facility confuses because there are so many disparate design themes. But, ultimately, Tom Shannons outside-the-box concept works, as Bowlmors new fl agship facility mirrors the truly cosmopolitan nature of Times Square.

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Best New Center Exterior
CELEBRITY LANESCENTENNIAL, COLO.
Owner: Bob Koontz and Cal EichingerArchitect: Kevin Mills, Architectural Concepts
If the multi-faceted frontispiece doesnt stir your fl uids, the dramatic two-story interior entryway will. Celebrity Lanes pays homage to the old Celebrity Sports Center, Colorados most famous bowling center and former PBA tournament host that now is but a memory. It houses 36 lanes (with QubicaAMF equipment), eight lanes of VIP suites, the Altitude Sports Grille Tap House, kids party areas, and a game area with redemption center dubbed Rockys Arcade. The entry canopy has a dramatic shape, and the effective use of bright accent colors, lighting and signage creates a true focal point and sense of having arrived.

New Center Exterior Award of Excellence
LATITUDE 30JACKSONVILLE, FLA.
Owner: Brent BrownArchitect: Roy Williams Architect, Inc.
The judges liked the way the exterior of this Brunswick-equipped center hangs together. In some ways, the neon treatment mimics old-time movie theaters, but the typeface defi nitely is 21st century. They also liked the outdoor patio right next to the entryway not an alternative in all climes, but certainly worthwhile in a balmy place such as Jacksonville.
IX BOWLINGPETERSBURG, GERMANY
Owner: Merkur SpielothekArchitect: Susanne Rasspe
Spectacular entryways not only are architecturally pleasing, but attract customers to busi-nesses in this case, a compact bowling center (with nine Brunswick lanes) and casino. The effective use of glass and colorful lighting makes this German center a real charmer.
New Center Exterior Award of Excellence

Best New Center Interior
ABSOLUTELY TENPINSLOUGH, BERKSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM
Owner: Absolutely LeisureInterior Designer: Bignell Shacklady Ewing
Absolutely Leisure is a registered charity, whose operators felt could generate more revenue via bowling than through its existing indoor tennis courts. QubicaAMF provided the tenpin equipment for the family-oriented facility, which now oozes a mnage of styles and colors that, in some ar-eas, can be changed to fi t the clientele at any given time. The sleek design carries through to the VIP lounge, where four lanes are complemented by an independent sound-and-light system and premium seating.

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New Center Interior Award of Excellence
RED BOWLBUNDE, GERMANY
Owner: Christian Miele and Thomas WeulInterior Designer: Creativ Concepte
Our judges have seen some nifty tricks with lighting over the years, but this Brunswick-equipped 16-laner is over the top. We can only hope that serious bowlers arent distracted by all those light sculptures on the sidewalls which make a bold impression.

New Center Interior Award of Excellence
METRODOME BOWLINGBARNSLEY, SOUTH YORKSHIRE, ENGLAND
Owner: BPLInterior Designer: Michael Hirst
The long-time host of the USA-versus-Europe Weber Cup never had a perma-nent tenpin installation until now. The eight-lane QubicaAMF layout is comple-mented by a British minimalist treatment that one judge described as industrial elegance. The high ceilings are interlaced with structural beams and assembly line-like light fi xtures, all tied together by plain pipe rack railings. The owners wanted to create a wow factor in the new space, and they were successful.
KING PINWALDSHUT-TIENGEN, GERMANY
Owner: Norman Schuster and Michael SchwendemannInterior Designer: Michael Schwendemann
Communal dining under a fancy chandelier might not work in America, but its apparently okay in this small town in southern Germany, near the Swiss border. The judges liked the wood fl oors and checkerboard ceiling in the bar/restaurant area of this Brunswick-equipped 14-laner.
Best New Center Lounge/Restaurant

New Center Lounge/Restaurant Award of Excellence
SEVEN TENHAGERSTOWN, MD.
Owner: Have a Bowl, LLC (Ash and Morris Azadi)Interior Designer: MSB Architects
Ash and Morris Azadi felt Hagerstown was in need of a modern family entertainment center, so they visited centers with similar business models and brought what they considered the best ideas to Seven Ten, a 22-lane Brunswick-equipped center. Note how the effective use of wood and cozy-looking furniture tie together the bowl-ing area and the drinking arena in a totally seamless way. The center also features a 6,000-sq.-ft. arcade and redemption center, as well as multiple conference rooms.
BOWLMOR LANES TIMES SQUARENEW YORK, N.Y.
Owner: Bowlmor Lanes LLC (Tom Shannon)Interior Designer: BLU3 Develop-ment and Architecture, PLLC
There are plenty of places to imbibe at Bowlmor. The business model de-mands it. But of all the watering holes, the one that truly projects class is the Uptown Bar & Lounge, adjacent to the Prohibition Lanes area. The light-ing is understated, the seating can be communal or comfortably semi-private, and the atmosphere exudes the el-egance of a Prohibition-era speakeasy.
New Center Lounge/Restaurant Award of Excellence
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Best New Center Ancillary Profi t Center
EMAGINE STAR LANESROYAL OAK, MICH.
Owner: Paul GlantzInterior Designer: Dynamic Designs/JLD Designs
US Bowling Corp. provided the tenpin equipment expertise for this fairly new business concept, which combines a 16-lane bowling boutique with a 10-screen cinema and a highly specialized food service program. Owner Paul Glantz

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TH ANNUAL BOWLING CENTER ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN · PDF file27TH ANNUAL BOWLING CENTER ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN AWARDS SOME HAVE BOWLING-FOCUSED names such as King Pin and Seven Ten. Others