The project extends the club’s footprint by mirroring the existing building across an adjacent parking lot, using contemporary construction methods and sustainable materials to effectively double its exhibition and studio space. This strategy reinforces the Scarab Club’s role as a hub for artistic production and dissemination while preserving the clarity of the original structure.
The proposal also expands the club’s relationship to the public realm. Enlarged sculpture gardens activate John R Street, while the rooftop of the new addition supports outdoor programming. Together, these interventions extend the club’s mission beyond its walls, strengthening its presence as a civic and cultural anchor.
2022
Midtown Detroit
Scale:
24,000 SF
Support:
The Detroit Cultural Center Association (DCCA)
The Scarab Club
Principals:
Anya Sirota, Jean Louis Farges
Design Team:
Liz Feltz