CLIENT: EVOLVE STUDIO | LOCATION: MANDEVILLE, LA
Tayler Landry
Co-Owner, Instructor
Evolve Studio
“Upon the first meeting it was exceedingly clear how talented, professional, and organized their staff and processes are. From their design visions, knowledge, and attention down to the smallest detail, I was pleased at every step of the process. We felt every member of the staff truly cared and were invested in our project; our expectations were far exceeded! I would urge anyone looking for a customer-centered experience to select Greenleaf!”
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Evolve Studio transformed approximately 3,500 square feet within an existing multi-tenant building into a new Pilates and high-intensity fitness studio. The project required Greenleaf to design around two occupied tenant spaces, with one becoming available near the end of design and the second remaining occupied until construction began.
The renovation also had a firm completion deadline tied to Evolve's peak business season and a limited startup budget. Greenleaf worked closely with the owners to separate immediate needs from future wants, prioritizing the elements required to open and operate successfully while allowing the space to continue evolving as the business grew. Strategic material selection, efficient planning, and careful scope decisions allowed the renovation and build-out to be completed for approximately $60 per square foot.
The studio is organized around two distinct workout environments. The Pilates studio accommodates 10 reformers within a bright, clean setting designed for lower-impact training, while the Burn studio includes 10 treadmills and suspension-training equipment within a higher-energy environment suited to intensive workouts.
The lobby supports several functions within one compact area, serving as the primary arrival and pre-function space while also incorporating retail display and nutrition-based food service with a smoothie bar. The completed renovation gave Evolve Studio a flexible first location that addressed the immediate needs of a new fitness concept while preserving opportunities for the business and space to grow over time.
