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Flower Mound designers pitch flexible Riverwalk arts center; council debates outdoor amphitheater
Summary
Architects presented a community-driven plan for a flexible arts center on the Riverwalk, recommending a 500–800-seat main theater plus a 150-seat flexible space. Councilmembers split over outdoor amphitheater priorities, and residents pressed for Cultural Arts Commission representation and clear cost‑recovery analysis.
Architects from Hofer, Wilker & Borer outlined an early programming and schematic design approach for a proposed Riverwalk arts center in Flower Mound on Wednesday, saying the goal is "to make a place that really feels like it belongs in Flower Mound," a consultant said.
Michael Tingley, one of the architects, said the team distilled feedback from stakeholder workshops and interviews into a set of goals: an enduring, high‑quality building with flexible spaces that serve local artists and can also host touring performances. Tingley said the design work aims to avoid future renovations by planning for adaptability now.
Richard Miller, the project partner, described stakeholder preferences for a traditional proscenium main theater, strong acoustics and an orchestra…
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