


Historic Varsity Theater Rehabilitation
Des Moines, IA
Services provided on this project:
- Architecture,
- Engineering,
- Interior Design,
- Lighting Design,
Architecture Overview:
RDG is working with the non-profit Des Moines Film Society to restore and rehabilitate the 5,481 SF historic Varsity Theater, in an adaptive reuse project that will establish the theater as a community art house cinema. A substantial exterior facelift will include restoration of the iconic marquee and vertical signage. Inside, a flexible micro-cinema space is being added on the second floor, restrooms and concessions area will be upgraded, and the entire building will be made accessible and code compliant, ready for a new generation of film lover.
Engineering Overview:
Interior Design Overview:
Lighting Design Overview:
- COMPLETE: December 2022
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SIZE:
5,481 Sq. Ft. Renovation
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Restoration,