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Patricia Reser Center for the Arts
Beaverton, OR
Business Type
New arts and entertainment building
Size
46,000 square feet
Architect
Opsis Architecture
Owner
City of Beaverton
Certifications
- LEED Gold
Project Categories
Civic + Cultural
Innovative lighting design activates the wood core for a dramatic event backdrop.
The new Beaverton cultural center is a major arts destination bringing a diverse range of programming to Portland’s bustling residential neighborhood. The building features an intimate 550-seat theater, art gallery, outdoor plaza, meeting areas, and rehearsal spaces. The Reser turned an empty wetland-straddling property into a thriving arts center that now offers a welcoming community gathering place and a beacon for cultural connections.
Special Features
At night, color tunable, concealed LED sources glow and activate the wood core wrapping the theater, guiding patrons into the double height lobby and providing a dynamic backdrop for events. Read more about LUMA's lighting design.
The mechanical and plumbing systems are tied into the City of Beaverton’s central chilled water and heating plant for efficiency.
Underfloor air distribution in the auditorium for maximum thermal comfort, as well as a 100% dedicated outside air system (DOAS) for healthy indoor air quality.
