Arkansas Business

The $68.6 million project to renovate Robinson Center Music Hall wil increase the building's size to 138,000 SF from 133,500 SF.

An artist's view of the new performance hall, which will be lowered to overtake the existing conference rooms. Architects said the redesign will improve acoustics, improve visibility and create a more intimate atmosphere.

A cutaway of plans for the new auditorium, including a new box office, lobby levels and a lowered performance space.

An artist's view of the new performance hall lobby.

An artist's rendering of the inside of the grand balloon on the center's north side, overlooking the Arkansas River and the new river bridge.

A look at how crowds would circulate through the renovated space, compared to the building's current entrances and exits.

A view of the new conference center portion of the renovation, which includes a grand ballroom overlooking the Arkansas River.