On a grey morning in Chicago, a glass-walled squash court quietly appeared in Union Park — not as a spectacle, but as a bold statement. Dubbed Project Beacon, it’s the first truly public outdoor squash court in the U.S., aiming to bring the sport out of private clubs and into the heart of everyday life.

Rik Zwikker’s sleek, outdoor squash court is turning heads—weatherproof, modular, and made for public spaces, it could redefine how and where the game is played. After major showcases in Miami and Chicago, the concept is drawing global buzz.