Construction is complete on the $8 million Saint Louis University Simon Recreation Center. The Lawrence Group provided  architectural and interior design and Alberici Constructors of St. Louis was the general contractor.

Phase II of the two-phase project completed in January 2008 includes a 9,638-square-feet expansion of the entrance on the upper level of the Simon Recreation Center. The new space features an open floor plan, a new entry reception area, a circular welcoming desk, a renovated lobby, all natural materials, a 35 feet tall water feature built into a maple wall glass mezzanine and a 4,990-square-foot glass mezzanine.

The Phase I 41,800-square-foot expansion of a parking garage into an exercise facility was completed in January 2007 with 200+ new workout machines, a juice bar and lounge, full wellness suite, additional locker rooms, a boulder wall and a gaming area. Several new multi-purpose rooms feature Pilates, yoga, spinning, aerobics and other fitness classes.