We have chosen Theater Design as a specialization out of passion.

Like architecture, the performing arts are a collaborative exercise. We don’t believe that genius typically resides in the individual, but in the participants in a collaborative venture. The advantage that performing art architecture has over other building forms is a space-creating collaboration with its users – both known and unknown. A properly designed theater will enable and encourage collaborations with artists, performers, and audiences over its lifetime.

With extensive experience in the design and construction of performance facilities, Childress & Cunningham Architects’ detail-oriented design strategy investigates specific elements such as acoustics, lighting, circulation, and room layout. We love working with diverse groups of artists and helping to craft an ideal performance space to both highlight unique performance types as well as provide flexibility to incorporate many different types of art. and combines that with a thorough understanding of the clients’ needs, budget, and long-term goals.