Steady Museum
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Art can be a great revitalization tool, and there are many groups in Baltimore that are using art for just this purpose. One of these groups is Steady Baltimore, a non-profit
committed to facilitating the growth of urban, visual art in Baltimore by immersing the public in a constantly evolving world of artistic expression. The group needed a central location to provide their programs and host various events and activities, so in 2010 they asked NDC for help in developing schematic architectural plans for the "Steady Museum", which would be a permanent home for them.
Existing building
The project started as a gutted row home on North Avenue in the Station North Arts District which was little more than a front facade and a handful of local artists who wanted to make something for the youth of the city. However, Steady Baltimore envisioned a total redesign and rebuilding of the rowhouse to become gallery space for the public and a center for mentoring and teaching children. From the very beginning of the project, a desire for creating a green building was desired and the design team quickly began to carve away floors to create large open areas in the building. This allowed for increased natural light and air to flow throughout the building while also creating dynamic spaces where the different program elements could interact and draw from the excitement and energy of the activities within the building. The result is a building that Steady Baltimore hopes will bring all of the elements of a strong community together to allow children the chance to have a place where they feel comfortable and can express themselves through art (click HERE to see the final plans and green recommendations).
Proposed exterior facade Partial section with new 2 story space
Interior perspective Interior perspective
Project Completion: 2010
Project Location: 426 E. North Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21202
NDC Architect Volunteers: Sean Kefferstan, Darlene Watson, and Tim Offutt; Marks, Thomas Architects