Founded in 2007, Downtown Boxing Gym (DBG) was opened with the intent on creating a safe and nurturing environment for children. The organization provides free academic and athletic programming for children in downtown Detroit and continues mentorship into early adulthood. Previously located in a former car wash building, DBG began searching for a larger facility to accommodate growth and expanded enrollment. Through generous funding and support, DBG relocated to a neglected bookbinding factory in Detroit’s east side. ROSSETTI donated full design services to repurpose the building into a functional and inspiring community asset.
Aligning with the organization’s mission, the facility functions first and foremost as an academic and civic structure while using boxing as a method of attraction. The center of the building is occupied by boxing rings and an indoor running track. Furthermore, the building contains study rooms, a computer room, a multipurpose space and locker rooms. Besides functioning as a place for the community on a daily basis, the layout of the space allows for various functions, including boxing matches, dance recitals and other extracurricular and fundraising events. The success of the new center has resulted in additional growth, including outdoor athletics and more academic programming, continuously improving the quality of life for people who reside in the neighborhood.
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