RSA House Refurbishment

Monday 5th December 2011

From December to July 2012 parts of the RSA will undergo a long-awaited refurbishment project. The aim is to create a technologically advanced space that is fit for the 21st century, but that remains strongly linked with the RSA’s 18th century architectural heritage of the Adam brothers.

The refurbishment will make 'the House' a venue of the highest standards by significantly improving the functionality of the venue through improved technology, but also by enhancing the visual appeal of the House for a broad range of future events.

The project sees the development of the 'Great Room' into a flexible, technologically advanced multi-purpose event space. It will include removal of the current fixed seating and will afford a modern take on the original 17th century flat floor complemented by the latest 21st century technology. This will allow visitors and Fellows to maximize the impact of the epic James Barry mural during their events.

The ‘Great Room’ staircase will also be enhanced with a new design lighting feature and will include restoration of a glass mosaic floor discovered under the existing carpet.

The ground floor will offer a more flexible open plan area, allowing for a much improved visitor experience, enhanced communication of the RSA’s role and activities, as well as offering an entirely new opportunity to utilise the space for select house events such as welcome receptions or networking. The ground floor area will be remodelled with terrazzo flooring throughout.

Call 020 7451 6817 for more information.

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