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EMMA S. BARRIENTOS MACC P2 PROGRAMMING PRESENTATION Miro Rivera Architects and Tatiana Bilbao ESTUDIO EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Phase 2 ESB-MACC Mission Statement “The Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center is dedicated to the preservation, creation, presentation, and promotion of the cultural arts of Mexican Americans and other Latino cultures.” The ESB-MACC is at the heart of assembly, learning, and arts for the Latino and local community of Austin. Phase 1 of its construction was completed in 2007, and in 2018 a plan was approved by Council, which outlines a further 2 phases that will secure the future needs of the campus. The diagrams below show the scope for each phase of the center’s growth; Phase 1 1998 - 2007 Phase 2 2017 onwards Phase 3 Future 165 ESB MACC Programming Presentation © Miro Rivera Architects / Tatiana Bilbao ESTUDIO 2 ESB-MACC GOALS To preserve, create, promote and present the Mexican American Cultural Arts and Heritage along with other Latino Cultures. To improve existing spaces and add new areas in order to expand activities and programs for a growing community. To be a place of inclusion, expression and integration as well as a symbol of cultural permanence and identity. To be a bigger center of resources for the community, artists, and visitors. 165 ESB MACC Programming Presentation © Miro Rivera Architects / Tatiana Bilbao ESTUDIO 3 STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT Virtual Meetings ESB-MACC Advisory Board 12.14.2020 - Advisory Board Members; PARD Management Team 01.08.2021 - PARD Leadership; ESB-MACC Staff Youth Group Community of Artists 12.17.2020 01.28.2021 02.01.2021 Education and History Stakeholders 02.02.2021 Community Leaders and Legacy Stakeholders 02.04.2021 Spanish only Community meeting 02.06.2021 - MACC Administration; - MACC Production Staff; - MACC Educators and Instructors; - Exhibitions Coordinator; - Culture and Arts Assistance; - Rentals and LAAP coordination; - Caminos Teen Program leader; - Caminos Teen Program Participants; - Former Caminos Teen Program members; - Latino Artists, poets, musicians and band members; - LAAP collaborators; - Academia Cuauhtli founders; - MACC tour guides/ teachers; - Tejano Genealogy Society of Austin leadership; - Academia Cuauhtli leader; - Tejano Genealogy Society of Austin leaders; - Educators; - A’lante Flamenco Team; - Other Community members; - MACC collaborator; - Community Leaders and longtime users of the MACC; - Former employees of the MACC; - MACC volunteers; - Artists and researchers; - Coordinators of MACC’s events; - Former MACC Advisory Board Members; 165 ESB MACC Programming Presentation © Miro Rivera Architects / Tatiana Bilbao ESTUDIO 4 Community participants were invited to share their experiences and opinions about what they envision for the ESB-MACC. The quotes below present the community’s perspectives; The MACC should be a welcoming space. Right now there are no spaces for people to congregate and chat. The plaza is not very successful because of the sun, people invading with dogs and bicycles, no lighting nor feeling of safety, no respect for the Zócalo. We see the MACC as a defiant statement because of how it came to be, its History. This is the History of Chicanos in Austin, we want everyone to be aware of that. The MACC is that statement, that we’re still here. STRATEGIC We see ourselves as part of a larger project of education. We would love for the MACC to be a hub for educational reform. CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES Strategic The need for more space for the community to participate in arts, poetry, music, dance, that’s where the focus needs to be to actively engage in culture and arts, and attract artists and people to come to the MACC for new experiences. Our community, the Latino community, the indigenous community, is the coming together of families. The MACC should be a joint part, a continuity of our neighbouring communities. 165 ESB MACC Programming Presentation © Miro Rivera Architects / Tatiana Bilbao ESTUDIO 5 Community participants were invited to share their experiences and opinions about what they envision for the ESB-MACC. The quotes below present the community’s perspectives; SPATIAL CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES Spatial The office space is inadequate. We are currently using storage closets as office space. We need more workstations for both permanent and temporary staff. The lack of dedicated storage is a very important issue since we often have to go through other program’s storage to get to our own. The capacity of the Auditorium is insufficient and its performance space is inadequate: we need a permanent stage. It’s impractical to install and remove the stage every time. Food is a big part of our culture. Having an industrial/mobile kitchen for culinary classes, that could serve the community and help youngsters learn a business would be amazing. We should place emphasis on the connection with the water. Having a deck out, places that allow people to be closer to the water can make the MACC more inviting. 165 ESB MACC Programming Presentation © Miro Rivera Architects / Tatiana Bilbao ESTUDIO 6 CONTEXT Neighboring Projects Waterloo Greenway Status: In-progress (2021-2026) Waterloo Greenway is a 1.5-mile park sys- tem which encompasses 35 acres of con- nected green space, beginning from 15th St. and ending at the edge of Lady Bird Lake (alongside the MACC). Pontoon Bridge Status: Feasibility A new pontoon bridge is planned to con- nect the Waterloo Greenway project with South Austin. The floating bridge will pro- vide pedestrian access across Lady Bird Lake. Red River St. Extension Status: Feasibility Red River Street Development is a pro- posal to improve the Rainey Street area, by connecting Cesar Chavez Street with the MACC. The proposal involves a new pedestrian bicycle and vehicle route to improve mobility in the area, and possibly a new CapMetro bus station close to the campus. Rainey Street Trailhead Park Status: Schematic Design Rainey Street Trailhead Park is a gateway to the riverside trails; an impor- tant entry point from Rainey Street that enhances the ecology of the area and provides new recreational uses, increas- ing amenities for the neighborhood and Trail users. ESB-MACC 165 ESB MACC Programming Presentation © Miro Rivera Architects / Tatiana Bilbao ESTUDIO 7 The Travis Downtown Shore Condominiums Waller Creek Rainey Street Food Truck Lot ESB - MACC Site Current Land Use Mechanical Yard Butler Hike and Bike Trail y St. e ain R 70 Rainey 64 Rainey 58 Rainey River St. e St. Bie c r 165 ESB MACC Programming Presentation © Miro Rivera Architects / Tatiana Bilbao ESTUDIO Skyhouse Austin I - 35 Highway N 0 24 48 72 96 120ft 0 24 48 72 96 120ft FACTS OF THE EXISTING Site Plan 1% 6% 7% 18% 69% Site Area Total 365,000 sqft + 58 and 64 Rainey 15, 000 sqft Green area 262,500 sqft Parking Building Zocalo 67,000 sqft 25,200 sqft 21,600 sqft Entrance 3,700 sqft Existing pieces of art Project Boundary Current property line More than 5 level building Less than 5 level building 8 Total Building Area 36,510 sqft 34% 16% 14% 4% 14% 7% 5% 4% 2% Performance* 5,804 sqft Gallery 5,081 sqft Classrooms 5,008 sqft Offices 1,306 sqft Unconditioned covered circulation 12,478 sqft Support** 779 sqft Restrooms 1,815 sqft MEP 2,686 sqft Lobbies and Halls 1,553 sqft * Performance includes: Black Box Theater and its support spaces (dressing room, storage, AV and restroom) and Auditorium and its support spaces (dressing room, restroom and kitchen). **Support includes areas such as storage, utility closets, janitor closets, and food preparation spaces like kitchenette and concession. 165 ESB MACC Programming Presentation © Miro Rivera Architects / Tatiana Bilbao ESTUDIO Level 1 Level 2 FACTS OF THE EXISTING Program and zoning 0 12 24 36 48 60 0 12 24 36 48 60 0 12 24 36 48 60 0 12 24 36 48 60 N 9 PROGRAM PRIORITIES Summary TOP PRIORITIES FROM 2018 PRIORITIES NOW 2021 • More classrooms and studios • More classrooms and studios • Access and views to Lady Bird Lake • More gallery spaces • Shade structures at Zocalo • Larger performance space (Theatre) • Adequate parking • Cafe • Gran Entrada (The Grand Entrance) • Outdoor amphitheater • Teaching/ Industrial Kitchen As the ESB-MACC grows, so will the need for support spaces like: • Offices • Storage • Access and views to Lady Bird Lake PRIMARY SCOPE : • Recording Studio • Meeting Rooms • Library • Computer Lab • Storage • Shade structures at Zocalo • More gallery spaces • Teaching/ Industrial Kitchen • Coffee Bar • Adequate parking • Offices, support, storage SECONDARY SCOPE : • Larger performance space • Outdoor amphitheater • Gran Entrada (The Grand Entrance) 165 ESB MACC Programming Presentation © Miro Rivera Architects / Tatiana Bilbao ESTUDIO 10 PROGRAM PROPOSAL Food Truck Larger Events PROGRAM PROPOSAL Spaces and Activities Computer Lab Concerts Art Production Space Shaded Zocalo Classrooms Gastronomy class Outdoor Classes Outdoor cinema Festivals Awards of Excellence Kitchen Dance, Music Recording Session 165 ESB MACC Programming Presentation © Miro Rivera Architects / Tatiana Bilbao ESTUDIO 12 Community Meals Catering Outdoor Performance Art Events Outdoor Learning & Play PROGRAM PROPOSAL Spaces and Activities Outdoor Exhibits Landscape Art Display Coffee Bar Civic Space Gallery Exhibitions Community Garden Boats Physical Activities River Front 165 ESB MACC Programming Presentation © Miro Rivera Architects / Tatiana Bilbao ESTUDIO Performances 13 PROPOSED BUILDING VOLUME Control points on the Zócalo Level 2 Level 1 Level 2 Level 1 Level -1 Lady Bird Lake Lady Bird Lake Existing condition of the ESB-MACC Plaza Proposal for the ESB-MACC building volume and Plaza There are problems with the exterior space of the ESB-MACC in its current condition: - The outdoor space is used frequently by dog-walkers - Limited control of who enters the site - Not very secure at night - Bikes and scooters pass through the Zócalo, causing danger to pedestrians and children - Problems of misuse of the campus, including under sheltered areas and public restrooms Level -1 creates a natural boundary for the plaza without requiring something as divisive as a fence. Then with just 4 key control points, the ESB-MACC would be able to close the exterior space of 55,000 sq.ft. in order to host outdoor events/classes/festivals. Key: Strategic control points. Carefully designed permanent gateways for easy closure at night or for ticketed events. 165 ESB MACC Programming Presentation © Miro Rivera Architects / Tatiana Bilbao ESTUDIO 14 Program Areas and Distribution subject to change according to further coordination with ESB - MACC stakeholders. Hike and Bike Trail Lady Bird Lake Hike and Bike Trail Lady Bird Lake 165 ESB MACC Programming Presentation © Miro Rivera Architects / Tatiana Bilbao ESTUDIO Level 2 8 Circulation route Level 1 Level -1 11 3 9 4 7 5 5 7 2 10 1 12 8 6B 6A 6 Circulation route Public access from River St. Deliveries and maintenance access / Kids drop off 8 2 5 3 1 5 L 2 L 1 L -1 PROPOSED PROGRAM Distribution and Density PROPOSED NEW AREAS 1. ZOCALO 34,100 sqft 2. SHADE STRUCTURE 7,800 sqft 3. GALLERY 10,600 sqft 4. COFFEE BAR 3,000 sqft 5. EXTERIOR FLEX SPACE 2,100 sqft 6. CLASSROOMS 4,800 sqft - 3 new conditioned classrooms - 1 recording studio / classroom 6A. COMMUNITY KITCHEN - Gastronomy classroom - Rolling educational kitchen 6B. LOADING DOCK / KID DROP OFF 7. STORAGE 500 sqtf 8. LEVEL 2 CLASSROOMS* 2,100 + 4,800 sqft *Subject to budget RENOVATION AREAS 9. AUDITORIUM 4,341 sqft CONVERTED AREAS 10. INSTRUCTIONAL ROOM 838 sqft 11. STUDIOS 3,737 sqft 12. OFFICE 461 sqft 15 PROPOSED PROGRAM VS EXISTING CONDITIONS Summary Existing Area New Area New: Total: Renovation of the Auditorium Level 2 Classrooms -6 900 sq ft *subject to budget 5 804 sq ft Existing space converted into Offices Existing Gallery space converted into Studios 3 737 sq ft 6 900 sq ft + Level 2 Classrooms -6 900 sq ft *subject to budget 12 243 sq ft 1 767 sq ft 10 600 sq ft 11 944 sq ft 3 000 sq ft 3 000 sq ft 500 sq ft 1 279 sq ft Performance Classrooms Offices Gallery Studios Coffee Bar Storage Phase 2 Renovation Area 8 539 sq ft Phase 2 New Area 21 000 sq ft + 6 900 sq ft (subject to budget) 165 ESB MACC Programming Presentation © Miro Rivera Architects / Tatiana Bilbao ESTUDIO 16 TIMETABLE Programming / Concept Design - Synthesize analysis for project opportunities and proposals for new programs. - Generate initial concepts for Phase 2, develop preliminary sketches. Schematic Design - Develop drawings, images or models to understand the general idea of the project. Design Development - Develop detailed architectural drawings, models or images with all the information required to understand the project. Construction Documents - Develop sets of drawings and documents with all the information required for construction. Construction Administration - Site visits and coordination. - Develop permit sets. Start of Construction Grand Opening 165 ESB MACC Programming Presentation © Miro Rivera Architects / Tatiana Bilbao ESTUDIO 17 November 2020March 2021Target Winter 2022Target Summer 2024 PROPOSED PROGRAM The Zócalo Level 2 Level 1 Level -1 165 ESB MACC Programming Presentation © Miro Rivera Architects / Tatiana Bilbao ESTUDIO A collage section taken through classrooms and gallery spaces. The new spaces are connected to the plaza and to the riverside. 18 PROPOSED PROGRAM Flexible Classrooms & Gallery Spaces 165 ESB MACC Programming Presentation © Miro Rivera Architects / Tatiana Bilbao ESTUDIO Collage for the plaza of the MACC. A shading structure opens the possibility for outdoor classes and activities. The Zócalo can be a place for exhibiting and hosting cultural/food festivals. There is an emphasis on the views and connection to Lady Bird Lake. 19 Miró Rivera Architects www.mirorivera.com Tel. 512.477.7016 505 Powell Street Austin, Texas 78703 United States www.tatianabilbao.com Tel./Fax +52 (55) 8589 8822 Paseo de la Reforma 382-4 Colonia Juárez Delegación Cuauhtémoc 06600 México DF México