The new centre is part of a commercial development designed by Behnisch Architects and Studio MDA, providing street-level retail space with a high-rise residential tower. The plinth houses the performance, studio spaces, administration and technical support program for the cultural component of the development.
Arup is leading the programming and planning process for the fit-out of the new centre with architect Sn°hetta. A main flexible performance space with facilities for dance and movement, and an inventory of large studios for rehearsal, workshops and production creation is being planned by all the stakeholders of the organisation, including the client, the Downtown Brooklyn Partnership.
Katie Dixon, capital projects coordinator for the BAM Cultural District at the Downtown Brooklyn Partnership says: "We're delighted Arup is working with us on the Ashland Center. We have already begun a programming phase with the arts organisations that will potentially tenant the building and Arup has been doing an exceptional job leading this initial work that will be a crucial foundation for the design phases."
(Jim Evans)
