Santa Anita Park

Shawmut was selected to manage construction of several projects at the historic Santa Anita Park with the challenge of having all renovated spaces ready to host the Breeders’ Cup World Championships. The Chandelier Room, Clubhouse Mezzanine, Eddie Logan Suite, Director’s Room, Americana Room, VIP Entry, Sportsbook Lounge and season boxes were all part of the massive fast-track facelift.

The project was a $15 million renovation completed in just thirteen weeks – an extremely accelerated schedule considering the scope. Shawmut updated the lighting and installed state-of-the-art A/V systems in many of the track’s public and VIP interior facilities in order to enhance the indoor enjoyment of horse racing. The Chandelier Room underwent the most significant transformation, with an added exterior balcony at the top of the two existing staircases, and a second exterior balcony overlooking the path from the paddock to the tunnel. The team also refurbished the signature 1930s chandeliers and updated all interior finishes. Keeping with the goal of revitalizing the historic racetrack’s ambiance, the Shawmut team spent significant time renovating the 22,500 square-foot inner mezzanines, completely gutting the area, refurbishing the concessions and installing an all new upscale betting area, complete with a 350-foot betting counter and horseshoe bar.