A shared fitness space is now one of the top three amenities driving residential purchase decisions. Its absence = real loss in competitive advantage. We design gym facilities for developers (pre-sale fit-out), resident associations (added value retrofit) and management companies (existing building upgrades).
What developers gain from a quality fitness facility
➜ Sales argument — “24/7 gym” in marketing materials works as well as a pool or playground. For premium flats this drives a £40–£100/m² premium. ➜ Higher conversion at viewings — buyers seeing a finished fitness zone close more easily. Studies show amenities increase conversion by 8–15%. ➜ Brand signal — Technogym or Life Fitness equipment communicates quality across the entire development. ➜ Concession revenue — some developers grant operating rights to PT studios for a monthly fee — additional income stream.
What an apartment building gym should have
Small development (30–50 m², 50–150 units)
➜ 2 cardio (treadmill or elliptical) ➜ 1–2 multifunction strength machines ➜ Free weights 5–25 kg + bench ➜ Mat + mirrors + split A/C
Medium development (50–80 m², 150–400 units)
➜ Cardio: 3–4 units (treadmill, elliptical, indoor bike) ➜ Strength: power rack + 2–3 machines ➜ Free weights 5–40 kg + barbells ➜ QR access, monitoring, audio system ➜ Stretching zone separated
Premium (80–150 m², 400+ units)
➜ Full cardio with integrated screens ➜ Complete commercial strength floor ➜ Stretching/yoga area with mirrors ➜ App-based booking + lounge ➜ Optional: showers, lockers, sauna
Service parameters
Turnkey installation
- ⏱ Lead time
- 10–16 weeks: 2 weeks design + 6–12 weeks procurement + 1 week installation.
- 📦 Scope
- 3D design + fit-out + acoustics + equipment + QR access + documentation + service contract.
- 🛡 Warranty
- 10 years flooring, 5 years installations, 2–5 years equipment per manufacturer.
- 🔌 Technical requirements
- 400 V supply, mechanical ventilation, acoustic isolation — audited pre-design.
- 📜 Permissions
- None for internal adaptation. Change of use applies for retail → gym conversion.
- 👤 Client scope
- Prepared space + budget decision. Access system and operations — included.
Standard vs Premium
| Element | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Floor area | 30–50 m² | 80–150 m² + stretching zone |
| Equipment | Matrix, Panatta | Technogym, Life Fitness |
| Access | QR + key-card | App + booking + monitoring |
| Price | from £40,000 | from £120,000 |
Planning a gym in a new residential development or modernising an existing building? Get in touch — within 24 h we’ll send a preliminary concept, layout proposal and ROI simulation for the scale.