13th and U Street Hotel
CuDC is working with the JBG Companies to assist them in the development of a boutique hotel at 13th and U Street NW. The hotel aims to complement the existing artistic energy of the neighborhood throughout various aspects of the hotel. CuDC is assisting JBG in identifying appropriate areas for artistic inclusion and coordinating the selection of work.

City of Takoma Park Chambers Renovation
Working with iStudio Architecture, CuDC assisted the City of Takoma Park, MD in envisioning their current auditorium into a multi-user arts friendly space. The space will now be able to accommodate spoken word, musical performances and dance recitals. New systems, theatrical lighting and stage are just some of the changes that will enable the artistic use of the space. Construction is scheduled to begin in June 2009, with the grand reopening in November 2009.

Artspace Housing
CuDC is working with Artspace Projects, Inc. in the development of approximately 40 affordable, renal artist live/work units in Brookland. CuDC is providing design assistance, market analysis support, community outreach and grant application assistance. The apartments are scheduled to be completed by Spring 2011.

All Source spaces are available to area arts organizations and businesses with emphasis on inclusion and variety among activities. The range of events attracts diverse audiences, including students from the area's many schools and universities, neighborhood residents, and professionals and arts patrons throughout the region. Source acts as a fulcrum for reinvigorating the performing arts industry and building community.

The project includes 38 market-rate loft-style condominiums, 12 affordable artist live/work condominiums and Flashpoint, a multi-disciplinary arts incubator. As a consultant to the developer, CuDC recruited and selected 50 qualified applicants, held a lottery to prioritize purchasers to the affordable units and facilitated access to loan programs.

CuDC built out and manages Flashpoint, DC’s first arts incubator. A collaborative laboratory, Flashpoint provides strategic business support and affordable space for up to eight arts organizations. This stylish, downtown venue showcases new and experimental work by visual and performing artists. CuDC presents the Mead Theatre Lab and Gallery programs that competitively select proposals from independent producers, curators and artists. Program participants receive mentorship by leading area curators, staff support and free access to space. The result is a dynamic season of exhibits and productions enriching the local contemporary art scene.

Tivoli Square
When this project hit a complete standstill, CuDC jumped to the aid of Horning Brothers in planning the restoration and redevelopment of the historic Tivoli Theatre (3333 14th Street, NW). CuDC advised on the site design and the physical and economic impacts of various arts uses. CuDC proposed an arts use that would not require full restoration of the theatre space but would provide a dynamic addition to the program — a compromise of arts and historic demands. Pleasing city officials, community leaders and the performing arts community, the finished project now includes a 250-seat theatre and a permanent home for GALA Hispanic Theatre.

For more information, contact at 202.315.1324.