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Local architectural firm VMDO envisions multipurpose arena as University's front door

Located in downtown Charlottesville with the original YMCA building as its office, VMDO Architects, P.C. has a great vision for its latest project: the University's new multipurpose arena.

The local architectural firm won the commission for the design of the new arena this past weekend, and, over the next few weeks, will work on getting a team together for the project. According to Robert Moje, VMDO Architects' principal, one of the first things the firm will do is clear out the room that was once the YMCA gym and transform it into the "the arena room." There, all architects and associates involved as well as people from the University can gather and contribute to the project.

"The lights will always be on, of course," said Moje, referring to the tradition of the University's School of Architecture.

VMDO recently has completed many successful projects for the University. They include the expansion of the Carl Smith Center and the design of Kl

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