Detroit Cultural Center Association

Exciting News from the Detroit Cultural Center Association! We are thrilled to announce that the Cultural Center Plan has been recognized with a prestigious honor at THE PLAN Award 2024! This international prize celebrates excellence in architecture, interior design, and urban planning, spotlighting the most innovative projects worldwide.  Out of over 1,200 global submissions, the Cultural Center Plan was awarded “Best Future Public Space Design,” a testament to the vision and creativity of our talented design team: Anya Sirota and Jean Louis Farges of Akoaki   Olivier Philippe and Pilar Llop of Agence Ter  The ceremony, held on November 14 at the Auditorium Monte Rosa 91 in Milan, Italy, brought together architects, designers, and planners from around the globe. This year’s competition saw an impressive 1200 finalists across 20 categories, with winners selected in both “Completed” and “Future” sections. The Cultural Center Plan stood out among 489 submissions in its category, marking a proud moment for Detroit's Cultural Center.  For more details on this incredible recognition:  The Plan Award: https://lnkd.in/giSYJWY CCPI Project Details:   https://lnkd.in/eAFYNJ-W Congratulations to Agence TER and Akoaki for this outstanding achievement! We are honored to have such a visionary team shaping the future of our Cultural Center.  #DetroitCulturalCenter #UrbanPlanning #Architecture #DesignExcellence #ThePlanAward

Exciting News from the Detroit Cultural Center Association! We are thrilled to announce that the Cultural Center Plan has been recognized with a prestigious honor at THE PLAN Award 2024! This international prize celebrates excellence in architecture, interior design, and urban planning, spotlighting the most innovative projects worldwide.  Out of over 1,200 global submissions, the Cultural Center Plan was awarded “Best Future Public Space Design,” a testament to the vision and creativity of our talented design team: Anya Sirota and Jean Louis Farges of Akoaki   Olivier Philippe and Pilar Llop of Agence Ter  The ceremony, held on November 14 at the Auditorium Monte Rosa 91 in Milan, Italy, brought together architects, designers, and planners from around the globe. This year’s competition saw an impressive 1200 finalists across 20 categories, with winners selected in both “Completed” and “Future” sections. The Cultural Center Plan stood out among 489 submissions in its category, marking a proud moment for Detroit's Cultural Center.  For more details on this incredible recognition:  The Plan Award: https://lnkd.in/giSYJWY CCPI Project Details:   https://lnkd.in/eAFYNJ-W Congratulations to Agence TER and Akoaki for this outstanding achievement! We are honored to have such a visionary team shaping the future of our Cultural Center.  #DetroitCulturalCenter #UrbanPlanning #Architecture #DesignExcellence #ThePlanAward

Thrilled to share this exciting recognition for the Cultural Center Planning Initiative (CCPI)—awarded "Best Future Public Space Design" by THE PLAN Award 2024! Having worked on CCPI since its inception, I’ve witnessed firsthand the incredible leadership, creativity, and vision of our design partners, Akoaki and Agence Ter. Their innovative approach has developed a plan and framework for Detroit’s Cultural Center to transform it into a vibrant and inclusive public space for all. This international honor, chosen from 1,200 submissions, is a testament to the power of collaboration and thoughtful urban planning. Congratulations to Anya Sirota, Jean Louis Farges, Olivier Philippe, and the design team! #DetroitCulturalCenter #UrbanPlanning #DesignExcellence #ThePlanAward2024 Read more:  The Plan Award: https://lnkd.in/giSYJWY CCPI Project Details: https://lnkd.in/eAFYNJ-W

Big News! The Detroit Cultural Center Association Wins the 2024 Bay Urban Visioning Award for Partners in Progress! Today, we are beyond thrilled to announce that the Detroit Cultural Center Association (DCCA) has received international recognition by winning the “Partners in Progress" Award at the 2024 Bay Urban Visioning Awards! This honor was presented at the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, Spain, during the WRLDCTY global forum, where some of the world’s most visionary urban projects were celebrated. We are incredibly proud to be among the innovators shaping the future of urban environments worldwide. But this award isn’t just about us—it’s about you, Detroit. It’s about a community coming together through the Cultural Center Planning Initiative (CCPI) to reimagine our 83-acre cultural district. CCPI is more than a design—it’s a shared dream of sustainable spaces, public access to technology, and a future that welcomes everyone to be part of Detroit’s story. Here’s what some of our project leaders and partners had to say: Susan Mosey, Interim Executive Director, DCCA: "Winning the inaugural Bay Award for our Cultural Center Guiding Plan is an incredible honor, recognizing the collaborative spirit driving Detroit’s revitalization. This award affirms that our partnership stands among global leaders, demonstrating how public and private entities can unite to shape a future centered on inclusivity, culture, and sustainability." Anya Sirota, Principal, Agence Akoaki and Lead Architect of CCPI: "This recognition highlights the CCPI as more than just a collection of designed spaces—it represents a governance framework that brought together diverse partners around a shared vision. Collaboration, though complex, was crucial in creating public spaces that reflect the values and aspirations of our community." Christian Bason, Former CEO of the Danish Design Center The CCPI was selected by the jury for being “an ambitious, holistic, and transformational project that represents an inspiring example of what can happen when different stakeholders come together around a shared vision. For fostering a deep collaboration between this broad range of actors to face green and social transitions in a city in dire need of reimagination and rebuilding. For a city to challenge the car-driven culture of main cities, essentially heralding a new era of more human, local and sustainable mobility—in essence, for being a city like Bilbao, that gets up again.” Our journey doesn’t stop here. We are energized to continue transforming Detroit’s Cultural Center with initiatives like free public Wi-Fi in partnership with Wayne State University, new cultural programming, and infrastructure that reflects our community’s values. Visit https://lnkd.in/eeVwcsSB to read the full press release. #detroitculturalcenter #CCPI #TheBayAwards #PublicPrivatePartnerships #UrbanInnovation #detroitrising #sustainability

Educators Night in Detroit's Cultural Center! Explore a wealth of educational resources Connect with fellow educators Plan unforgettable field trips Make your curriculum come alive! Free to Attend!   Date: Tuesday, September 24, 2024 Time: 4:30 - 8:00 p.m. Location: Detroit's Cultural Center hurry, registration is required: https://lnkd.in/ePZYFk54 #DetroitCulturalCenter #EducatorsNight #TeacherResources #FieldTrips #K12Education

🎷 Exciting News! This week, we celebrate the grand opening of the Gretchen C. Valade Jazz Center at Wayne State University! Join us for a watch party at Campus Martius this Thursday from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Plus, don't miss out on the expanded Detroit Jazz Festival programming this weekend, featuring multiple performances at our new Jazz Center. Learn more about the neighborhood's newest cultural amenity here: bit.ly/WSUValadeJazzCenter

Attention K-12 Teachers!   Join us for an inspiring evening designed just for you! Discover the incredible resources, programs, and field trip opportunities available to enrich your classroom experience.   Why Attend?   Explore a wealth of educational resources Connect with fellow educators Plan unforgettable field trips Make your curriculum come alive! Free to Attend! But hurry, registration is required: https://lnkd.in/ePZYFk54   Don’t miss out on this exclusive opportunity to empower your students and expand your teaching toolkit. See you there!   #DetroitCulturalCenter #EducatorsNight #TeacherResources #FieldTrips #K12Education