News Summary
Georgia Tech is set to create a contemporary arts center called LOOP on a 7-acre site, enhancing Atlanta’s arts scene with installations, performances, and community engagement. It aims to integrate art and technology while building a cultural hub that supports local communities. Designed by MALL//STAYNER Architects, LOOP will feature flexible creative spaces and artist studios. The project will open in 2026, aligning with the FIFA World Cup, and is part of Georgia Tech’s Creative Quarter initiative.
Atlanta, Georgia – Georgia Tech is set to establish a new contemporary arts hub named “LOOP,” located on a 7-acre site on the western edge of its campus. The site was previously home to Randall Brothers manufacturing in west Midtown Atlanta. LOOP aims to enhance the city’s visual and performing arts scene by offering art installations, performances, and immersive events.
The Goat Farm Arts Center will be operating the space, adding to its role in the local arts community. The initiative will feature a performance venue and artist studios, directly aligning with Georgia Tech’s broader objective to play a significant role in the state’s creative industries. As part of this effort, the university has also launched new degree programs that integrate art, design, and technology.
The project’s design is being led by MALL//STAYNER Architects, who are focusing on creating adaptable layouts suitable for exhibitions and live performances while maintaining the industrial character of the building. Flexible spaces will be introduced to cater to various artistic uses. Additionally, construction plans will prioritize making the location more accessible, thereby facilitating greater community engagement.
LOOP serves as a foundational step in the development of Georgia Tech’s Creative Quarter, an innovation district that aims to connect the campus with nearby arts venues, research centers, and public spaces. The term ‘LOOP’ reflects both the physical layout of the site and the iterative process of creative exploration in art and technology.
Opening is targeted for 2026, coinciding with the FIFA World Cup, during which Atlanta will host numerous international visitors. This timing aims to create a vibrant cultural hub that exemplifies Georgia Tech’s commitment to merging academic research, artistic practice, and community engagement.
The collaboration surrounding LOOP seeks to develop a dynamic cultural production model that does not displace local communities. The Goat Farm Arts Center has a history of integrating cultural production with real estate development, effectively fostering civic infrastructure.
Furthermore, LOOP is envisioned to serve as a testing ground for community-driven programming that responds to local interests. By transforming its campus sites into spaces for public engagement, Georgia Tech aims to support and cultivate the surrounding arts community, offering a platform for artistic exploration and collaboration.
Overall, LOOP promises to be a transformative addition to Atlanta’s creative landscape, offering not only a space for artistic endeavors but also contributing significantly to the urban fabric of the community it serves.
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