Conservation Labs + Makerspaces, Higher Education, Theatre + Performing Arts

Virginia Commonwealth University

CoStar Center for Arts and Innovation

Architect
William Rawn Associates
Location
Richmond, VA
Size
213,000 SF
Completed
Expected 2027
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Putting the spotlight on campus- and citywide collaboration.

The Center for Arts and Innovations will consolidate VCU’s art programs into one location and more firmly establish the strength of these programs. The $253 million building will be constructed across the street from VCU’s Institute of Contemporary Arts. It will include flexible classroom spaces, performance venues, and interdisciplinary makerspaces for the fast-growing relationships across arts, business, medicine, and engineering. The Center will also be a space for digital and economic initiatives for both the campus and city while allowing students to collaborate with businesses and organizations on a variety of projects.

“It’s a game changer. It brings our nationally prominent art and innovation programs to the busiest intersection in Richmond and connects us to the city.”

Meredith Weiss, university vice president