firstsite, Rafael Viñoly Architects, Hayes Davidson CGI, 2006

Project Information

firstsite is a contemporary visual arts organisation which is currently based at 4 - 6 Short Wyre Street, Colchester. We are running a programme of projects and events from here until the new building is ready.

Designed by Rafael Viñoly as a new social space for everyone to visit, the new building will house firstsite's vibrant programme of changing exhibitions, workshops, lectures and community events. Admission will be free.

Currently under construction in Colchester the new building will contain:

• Flexible presentation spaces for exhibitions of contemporary visual arts
• Daytime café / evening restaurant with a terrace overlooking a new public park
• Gift shop selling local art work and craft items, books, toys, cards and publications
• Artists' spaces for project work and artists in residence
• Purpose-built Learning Studios for workshops, school groups, students and community group activities
• High-specification 200 seat auditorium with screening facility and full conference IT resources
• Meeting areas and a variety of meeting rooms for business and community hire.

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