Fitness and wellness space design

Transform your office into a destination employees want to be in, with wellness‑driven fitness spaces that encourage healthier habits and strengthen workplace connections.

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Designing spaces that support employee well-being

Thoughtfully designed fitness and wellness amenities give your people meaningful reasons to come on-site. Together, we create workplace fitness and wellness spaces that make well-being easier, more accessible and integrated into the rhythm of everyday work, advancing individual well-being while supporting your broader organizational goals.

We partner with corporate employers through our workplace design consulting services to create functional, modern environments that support employee well-being, strengthen retention and talent attraction, and contribute to a more resilient workplace.

40

Years of experience

300+

Corporate Fitness Centers

85%

Staff Retention

+80

Client NPS

95%

Client Retention

24%

of the Best Employers award winners partner with Optum Workplace Well-being

Our Projects

Case Studies

65,590 sq. ft.

This university fitness center was redesigned to improve lighting, circulation and intuitive use. Before-and-after images illustrate a transformation to brighter, more open spaces with clearer flow and defined zones that enhance usability and support an engaging student experience.

cycle studio indoor track mind-body studio squash courts
18,500 sq. ft.

This corporate fitness and wellness center serves as a welcoming destination for employee well-being. A comprehensive and flexible design supports a wide range of preferences with dedicated zones for cardio, strength training, group fitness and recovery spaces.

Climbing wall indoor track Multi-purpose area
18,000 sq.ft.

This corporate fitness and wellness space has a reception area, group fitness studio, multi-purpose area and massage room. Clear zoning and efficient circulation create a welcoming environment that supports a wide range of fitness levels and workout preferences.

fitness center fitness studio
4,749 sq. ft.

This multi-tenant fitness space includes a reception area, cardio equipment, strength training zones and a recovery space. This comprehensive space supports daily participation and overall wellness.

design development fitness studio
4,631 sq. ft.

This modular design integrates a gym floor, studio space and relaxation areas. The layout prioritizes flow and user comfort, creating an engaging experience aligned with contemporary wellness expectations.

Modular fitness design Reception area Recovery suite Suana room

Achieving healthy outcomes

Financial services company

This client realized a $1,770 annual reduction on real claims costs of high-active fitness center participants (defined as eight or more monthly visits).

+21%

Increase in fitness center visits, group class participants, personal consultations and personal training

-46%

Reduced cost of healthcare spend

67%

of employees recieving coaching achieve their weight and nutrition goals

+98

NPS Wellness coaching satisifaction

Architectural acumen

We work with top architecture firms to stay at the forefront of design trends, ensuring our solutions not only meet functional needs but also align with the evolving aesthetics and innovation shaping modern spaces.

FAQs

We start with a data-driven assessment of your workforce, looking at demographics, work patterns, site usage and existing space. From there, we model demand and create right-sized zoning plans that fit how your people actually use the workplace. This helps ensure your space feels intuitive, welcoming and built for sustained use.

Yes. Many of our most effective wellness spaces are compact. We design flexible, multipurpose environments that make the most of every square foot, prioritizing equipment, layouts and amenities that align with your goals and employee needs.

Yes. We consider workstyles, schedules and team distribution from the start. We design spaces that support both on-site utilization and hybrid flexibility through smart technology, booking tools and inclusive layouts that work for varied employee patterns.

We do. We assess your goals and employee needs, then recommend equipment mixes, booking tools, digital integrations and ergonomic options that are practical, scalable and easy to maintain over time.

Yes. We frequently support employers with multi-site footprints or phased modernization plans. We develop consistent design standards to maintain quality while adapting each site to its unique constraints and workforce needs.

We combine data-driven workplace design with a deep understanding of employee well-being – creating environments that are both functional and genuinely supportive of your people. Our goal is to make well-being easier, more accessible and more integrated into everyday work.

Let’s build the future of workplace wellness

Whether you're designing a new development or revitalizing an existing space, Optum can help you create wellness amenities that tenants want - and employees love.

Whether you're designing a new development or revitalizing an existing space, Optum can help you create wellness amenities that tenants want - and employees love.

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