Method Studio recently completed the design for the new Center for Story & Art. The facility is 31,000 s.f. with an estimated construction budget of $6,500,000.00.
The facility will be designed to be constructed in two phases. Phase 1 is estimated at approximately 23,027 square feet and will include:
- an auditorium to be used for storytelling performance and a wide variety of other cultural programs;
- a proscenium stage and backstage amenities, including dressing rooms and a green room;
- a spacious lobby;
- public restrooms;
- two meeting rooms to seat 60 each;
- an office for Timpanogos Storytelling Institute; and,
- appropriate support spaces.
Phase 2 is estimated at approximately 11,000 square feet and will include:
- 3 small rooms where individuals can record personal and family stories;
- 2 additional meeting rooms for expanded workshops and seminars;
- a small black box theatre to seat 75 for live recordings;
- storage space for Timpanogos Storytelling Institute;
- exhibit and archival space for oral histories and storytelling performance recordings;
- a gift shop, to sell Timpanogos Storytelling and Library merchandise; and,
- a small catering kitchen for receptions and gatherings.
