The Cinematheque
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The Cinematheque theatre, founded in 1972, is a film institute and media education centre devoted to understanding the art and history of Canadian and international cinema, located at 1131 Howe Street in downtown Vancouver. RHA carried out a renovation of the lobby and washroom, seeking to reflect the Cinematheque’s values of inclusivity and diversity, excellence in programming, business, and brand, and foregrounding cinema as a communal and transformative art form.
This playful renovation features film references, bright colour, and a welcoming atmosphere.
Client: The Cinematheque
Contractor: Tyrrell Projects
Photographer: Brett Hitchins
Vancouver, BC — 2023
This playful renovation features film references, bright colour, and a welcoming atmosphere.
Client: The Cinematheque
Contractor: Tyrrell Projects
Photographer: Brett Hitchins
Vancouver, BC — 2023
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Image from Twin Peaks, the television series by David Lynch
Imagery from various films and set design inspired the aesthetic of the renovation, inlcluding this still from Twin Peaks.
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The washroom design was largley inspired by the colours and style of the above set in The Shining.
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