Georgetown Visitation Preparatory School Performing Arts Center

Washington, DC

Renovation and expansion to create a 16,000-SF performing arts center

OWNER:

Sisters of the Visitation of Georgetown

OWNER'S REPRESENTATIVE:

Edmondson & Gallagher

ARCHITECT:

KressCox Associates

DURATION:

12 Months

Renovation and expansion of the former gymnasium building created a 16,000-SF performing arts theatre that seats 500.  A two-level stage house was added to the existing structure along with modifications for a new sloping floor.  The facility includes space for dance rehearsal and lessons, dressing rooms, and a large lobby that serves as an art exhibition gallery.  The project included the construction of a new quadrangle area with an outdoor amphitheater adjacent to the new construction.  All construction activities were carefully coordinated to accommodate the ongoing needs of this independent school located in a residential neighborhood.  DAVIS took a leadership role with the adjacent neighbors to keep them informed about the construction progess.

AWARDS:

Craftsmanship Award..

IMAGE BY:

Charles Rumph Photography