Verde Design was selected by a reputable construction partner within the industry to swiftly and effectively develop renovation plans for an existing high school baseball field, which had a limited timeframe for construction. The field’s location near a natural waterway necessitated the incorporation of stormwater management strategies, specifically the design of a subsurface drainage system aimed at controlling and detaining stormwater runoff. This system was essential to address the challenges posed by peak runoff rates during heavy rainfall, ensuring that the field remains functional and environmentally sustainable while adhering to the tight construction schedule.

The project was split in two distinct phases. The initial phase involved the installation of new perimeter fencing around the field, complete with access gates and windscreen, as well as a tieback tension netting backstop and new dugout furnishings, alongside hardscape improvements outside the field’s footprint. The second phase focused on transforming the natural grass surface into synthetic turf for both the main baseball field and the bullpens. This phase also included the implementation of a subsurface synthetic turf drainage system, which featured a temporary detention system designed to effectively manage runoff flow rates from the site into the adjacent channel.