08/10/2026
Access to safe, welcoming public spaces can transform a community. This principle is at the heart of Baltimore's Rec Rollout, a $200 million investment to rebuild and upgrade the city's aging parks, playgrounds, and recreation centers—particularly in historically underserved neighborhoods.
As part of this initiative, Floura Teeter partnered with CannonDesign to replace five long-neglected public pools: Walter P. Carter, Coldstream, Towanda, Greater Model, and Druid Hill. Reimagined as vibrant community destinations, these facilities feature modern aquatic amenities, gathering spaces, improved accessibility, and enhanced safety.
Designed as a repeatable model for future improvements across Baltimore's public pool system, these projects will help strengthen neighborhoods and expand equitable, lasting opportunities for residents to gather, learn, and stay active.
To learn more about the impact these renewed community spaces are already making, read Fast Company's recent feature: https://www.fastcompany.com/91569617/baltimore-redesigned-public-swimming-pools
Project Partners: CannonDesign
Photos: CannonDesign