GAINESVILLE — Coach Dan Mullen’s vision for Florida’s burgeoning football facility did not include waterfalls, bowling alleys or a focus on the bells and whistles that have generated buzz and headlines for other schools.
Mullen regarded the $85-million project with an eye-eagled efficiency, putting functionality at the forefront of the 142,000-square foot Heavener Football Training Center.
Rather than leave all the floor planning and design nuances to the architects, one of college football’s keenest offensive minds put his energies into helping develop the best blueprint for the Gators.
Channeling his inner Frank Lloyd Wright, Mullen said he gleaned ideas by visiting other schools and even corporate headquarters of successful businesses.