Comanche Nation Casino
Provide a design through implementation, turn-key renovation which updated both the exterior and interior of the 35,000 sf gaming property. A new design plan was created to produce a warm and inviting environment for casino guests, and the entire project was planned and executed to ensure minimal downtime or interruption to the gaming operations.
Location: Lawton, Oklahoma
Duration: 16 Weeks
Project Size: 35,000 sf
Services: Design Build Renovation
Our Approach
Plan & Design
I-5 Design drew inspiration from the surrounding countryside as well as tribal heritage to create an indian casino design. The end result was a modern spin on Native American architecture and combining it with a Southwestern flair, welcoming customers, and telling the tribes' story.
The exterior of the casino was re-designed to include two new entrances that incorporate immense stone pillars and dramatic, programmable lighting accents along the building elevations. This produced an umistakeable visual element that tied into the branding efforts of the casino and created a landmark from the adjacent highway.
Inside, a multi-tiered valance envelopes the gaming floor and is distinctive for its unique profile and carefully chosen wood and metal accents. The deep purple, high-gloss finish, specialty beaten copper metal accents, and stained cherry wood veneer create a handsome, colorful combination. The valance’s third tier is illuminated with integrated LED cove lighting that is concealed in the valance and casts a changing spectrum of intense color onto the soffit above
Onsite Construction
I-5 completed the implementation from start to finish in just 4 months with no significant downtime to the casino. Throughout the entire project, I-5’s design, manufacturing and installation teams worked closely together to pre-fabricate the decor elements.
This included custom chandeliers, perimeter valances with fully programmable color changing accent lighting, entire bar overhang, complete signage package, etc. to enable a streamlined and efficient installation. All of this allowed the casino to stay open and generate revenue throughout the transformation.
Finished Project
To accommodate the fast pace of the casino's schedule, I-5 managed the entire changeover from concept to completion and oversaw all aspects of the project.
Each individual areas was transformed in weeks instead of months onsite. For example, the entire bar area transformation, a key feature of the property, was transformed in only 2 weeks onsite. Casino Management reported an immediate 18% increase in revenues.
“What you did for us is gorgeous. Every day I come to work it just gives me a smile. It’s warm and inviting and the atmosphere is just fantastic. What’s amazing is, three years later it looks just as good as the day it was done!”
- Earl Moyer, Operations Manager
