Kirkland Arts Center
Request for Proposals
Kirkland Arts Center requests proposals for the interior redesign of the Peter Kirk
Building. KAC will commission artists to create installations for these new spaces,
and so welcomes architectural proposals with artistic solutions and use of sustainable
resources. It is planned that a short documentary will be made covering the chosen
projects from design to completion, with the goal of it being broadcast on public television.
PROJECT GOALS
The project should achieve the following goals: improve the entrance and work space
for staff and public, offer a continuity of experience throughout the building as
an arts center, provide opportunities for compelling artwork to be exhibited throughout
the building, and define Kirkland Arts Center as a leader.
AREAS IDENTIFIED
Grand Staircase – to allow exhibition of contemporary art
and marketing materials, and to become the major entrance from street.
Mezzanine – to direct foot traffic to various destinations
in building.
Kitchen – lounge for artists and the public with
wireless internet access.
Turret Room – Historically sensitive redesign into a multi-use
space as an office, public meeting room, and art book library.
Storage – Third floor requires storage for easels, supplies,
and tools, and shelves for pre-fired ceramics.
Storage Room – to become an office, currently includes windows.
PROPOSALS
The request is for pro bono design work. Proposals should include design concept, brief resumes
of participants including past relevant experience, and budget for materials and construction.
Proposals from design teams with artist involvement are encouraged. Budget for the entire project
should not exceed $25,000. Because the facility is an historic landmark, the exterior and exposed
sides will not be considered for renovation. Applicants will have access to the building to
inform their design concepts. Floor plans are available in PDF format at the bottom of this page.
PROJECT TIMELINE
Project proposals will be accepted until October 30, 2008. A review committee will consider
proposals. Designers of accepted proposals will receive recognition in KAC’s marketing materials,
and be featured at the design reveal ceremony on December 4, 2008. Renovations are due to be
completed by Fall 2009.
ABOUT KIRKLAND ARTS CENTER
Kirkland Arts Center is a mid-sized non-profit based in the Eastside near Seattle. KAC provides
artists and patrons the opportunity to work together, build creative skills, and broaden their
knowledge, understanding and appreciation of the visual arts. KAC presents classes for all
ages, workshops, gallery exhibits and special events in an historic landmark facility,
the
Peter Kirk Building.
Kirkland Arts Center offers classes for 2,000 students a year in ceramics, sculpture, painting,
printmaking, drawing, multimedia, and glass, and maintains a critically acclaimed contemporary
art gallery drawing over 16,000 visits a year. In its 46 years, KAC has engaged the region’s most
exciting artists and curators to connect art to the community.
ABOUT THE PETER KIRK BUILDING
Completed in 1891, the Peter Kirk Building, a quintessentially Victorian construction, was
designed in the Romanesque Revival style, which borrowed elements from European architecture
of the eleventh and twelfth century such as semi-circular arches, turrets, recessed doors
and windows, and heavy materials like rusticated stone and brick. The building has been
named an historic landmark.
CONTACT
For more information, contact Executive Director Christopher Shainin
at (425) 822-7161 ext.
110. Facility tours are encouraged, and can be scheduled by request.
Send proposals electronically to
Christopher Shainin.
FLOOR PLANS - PDF
First Floor
Second Floor
Third Floor
