Jarvis Conservatory

Adaptive conversion of historic landmark building transformed the abandoned Lisbon Winery stone structure to a state-of-the-art performance space for music.  Enhancements were needed to supplement the space’s strong natural acoustics by minimizing distraction from intrusive noise and collaboration on HVAC system design resulted in a silent system that can be left running during concerts.  These modifications also enabled the space to double as a recording studio.  The 200-seat performance space includes a 30-piece orchestra pit and adjustable acoustic curtains.  The facility also contains music studios for instrumental and vocal practice.  These studios were built with special “room-in-room” isolation techniques to allow simultaneous use with minimal intrusion from adjacent spaces.