BELLA DANCE STUDIOS

Yellowknife, NT

2010

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This project began with the intent of turning a pre-engineered building into two dance studios. We integrated half-inch tempered glass walls with brightly accented bulkheads to create an airy, light-filled space for this building dedicated to the arts.

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Acoustic fabric was incorporated to create acoustic isolation between the studios and to facilitate audible instruction by the staff. Sprung floors make up the flooring in both studios with a marley vinyl flooring layer on the surface, which benefits both the dancers' bodies and the acoustics of the studios.

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The studio also features a shop and reception counter, waiting area, washroom, and storage facilities. The reception area was designed so that one staff member could monitor activity in both of the studios.