Turning the concrete-floored, walled, and ceilinged space into a choir room presented challenges. The concrete room was too live for music. Drywall had to be mounted to deaden reverberation. Edge-mounted wood slats affixed to the ceiling further improved the acoustics.
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Voice’s storage problems were solved by the installation of a track-mounted rolling shelf system. The shelves are easily moved by turning a crank, and their contents illuminated by strip lights embedded in the ceiling. Further improvements include a recording studio, a cutting-edge sound system, and a bank of new restrooms. Just outside the new Voice’ Choir room, the Queen’s Courtyard – named in remembrance of Queen Elizabeth II 1983 visit to St. Paul – was renovated with a new surface and perimeter planters.
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