The Elder Theatre Renovation is a tale of transformation where light becomes an immersive feature defining the space. The design enhances both theatre students’ and the audience’s experience, transforming a 1980s building into a contemporary venue. The existing open truss ceiling was clad in drywall to reduce visual noise and conceal conduit and piping. The resulting coffered ceiling is punctuated by pattern of pendants, emphasizing the geometry. Lighting is integrated into the acoustic wall panels to accent the clean, bright space that sets the stage for the life and color within the theatre.
