Flushing Meadows Natatorium to revive the park, the original concept of a moderately sized pool was enlarged to an Olympic-size pool with an indoor ice rink as well. The building's foundation was completed in 2001 but after the September 11 attacks the project was halted due to funding issues. Finally, in 2003, the Natatorium was designated as the swimming arena in New York City's bid to host the 2012 Summer Olympics. The Parks Department partnered with the Economic Development Corporation and plans re-commenced for New York City to build its first public indoor swimming pool in 40 years. Upon its completion in February
Indiana University Natatorium two underwater windows for television coverage and coaching analysis. The Natatorium was completed in 1982. Counsilman-Hunsaker served as design consultant for the project. The architects were Browning, Day, Pollack & Mullins, Inc. and Edward Larabee Barnes, Architects. This premier competition pool has been recognized as one of the fastest pools in the world with world and American records set by athletes from many countries. The facility hosted the 2008 Olympic Diving Trials. It was the fifth time since 1984 that the city of Indianapolis had hosted the swimming and/or diving trials, and the city of Indianapolis has recently announced that