An architectural diagram of the Greylock Glen Outdoor Center and its multi-use spaces .
peaks that mimic the outline of the nearby mountain range .) It is clad with cedar shakes and a standing seam roof crafted from metal panels that run from the ridge to the eaves . Designed to LEED standards by Maclay Architects of Waitsfield , Vermont , the center is a high-efficiency building . " All of its energy
use will be generated on site ,” notes Cesan .
On one side of the building , guests will find a small retail section , envisioned as a rotating space for pop-up shops . Cesan says that the retail section could potentially feature local businesses such as Berkshire Outfitters and Berkshire Bike & Board , among others . Equipment rentals such as
snowshoes and hiking shoes are expected to be offered on a seasonally changing basis , ensuring that visitors have what they need for their adventures .
Visitors also will find an exhibit space on that side of the building . “ The exhibits will interpret not only the history of the glen and its past development projects , but also climate change through the lens of the glen ,” says Green . In the central welcome area , a floor-to-ceiling wood-burning stone fireplace is situated between large windows on either end of the building that frame majestic views of Mount Greylock to the west and the Hoosac Range to the east . This area will have a comfortable seating area for visitors to immerse themselves in their surroundings .
An inviting 75-seat café will feature a sit-down dining area and a grab-and-go station . It will offer locally sourced foods and hiking-friendly snacks such as trail mix , as well as beverages . The indoor café will be complemented by an outdoor seating area with Adirondack-style chairs and a firepit , and future plans have been laid for an outdoor kitchen . The
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