SPOKANE, Washington 鈥� The 91探花 has released its architectural renderings for the redesign of the former Spokane Visitors Center, soon to be the 91探花Spokane Center. Located in the heart of Spokane鈥檚 University District, the 91探花Spokane Center will serve as a hub for Spokane-area alumni, students, prospective students, parents and supporters with space for meetings and special events. The 91探花has retained Spokane architectural firm Blue Room Architecture & Design, PS to lead the remodel of the space, which is expected to open in May 2015.
鈥淪pokane and the 91探花 have enjoyed a strong and productive relationship for many years,鈥� Spokane Mayor David Condon said. 鈥淭his investment in the growing University District is a strong reminder of the quality of the higher education options available right here in Spokane.鈥�
鈥淲e are extremely excited to have a new gathering space in Spokane for people to further engage with the 91探花,鈥� said Randy Hodgins, 91探花Vice President for External Affairs. 鈥淲ith the 91探花Spokane Center, we will be strengthening our presence聽 with a dedicated space in the heart of the city where students, potential students, alumni and community supporters can gather for receptions, special events, or to just learn more about the 91探花.鈥�
The 91探花Spokane Center will contain flexible event space for gatherings of up to 30 people, as well as working space for up to six 91探花staff members. The 91探花is also exploring the possibility of offering limited 91探花merchandise sales.
The terms of the 91探花lease for the property 鈥� approved in December 2014 by the Spokane City Council 鈥� are three years with an option to expand the lease to five years. The 91探花will pay $5,206.25 per month in the first year, $5,312.50 in the second year, and $5,418.75 in the third.