◆ Architecture
■ Master Planning
● Interior Design
■ Master Planning
● Interior Design
Space Foundation Discovery Center Renovation
Colorado Springs,
Colorado
After completing renovations to the Space Foundation Discovery Center office spaces, RTA Architects was retained to complete additional renovations to the Discovery Center itself. RTA worked closely with the Space Foundation team to ensure that the design met the needs of users and fit within budget constraints.
Tourism
Project Details
- Square footage: 39,600 sf
- Project cost: $2.49M
Design Details
- New and updated interactive exhibit spaces that encourage curiosity about STEAM.
- Mechanical system, flooring, and lighting upgrades.
- New 3D Printing and Additive Manufacturing Labs.
- Photography by the Unfound Door
The renovations rejuvenated the Discovery Center and created new opportunities for visitors to learn and explore. The interior renovations include updates to the Exhibit Hall, the creation of a new 3D printing, additive manufacturing lab, a Drone Zone, Science on Sphere, and updates to the Construction Mars Yard.
The Space Foundation Discovery Center is an educational and interactive museum dedicated to space science and technology. It is the only museum of its kind in the region, and it introduces students and visitors to STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics) through the exciting lens of space exploration.