Grand Center is the pulse of arts and entertainment in St. Louis, Missouri. As a recipient of a Great Streets Project grant, leaders of the 60-acre District collaborated with Hoerr Schaudt and Christner Inc. to develop a vision and implementation plan toward becoming one of the premier cultural tourist destinations in the Midwest. The design concept is inspired by the majestic historic theaters, performance stages, galleries, and Grand Center’s motto “The Intersection of Art and Life”. The team’s plan introduces the idea of the street as an urban stage, using lighting, way-finding, and public art to enhance the pedestrian environment, improve safety and attract future development— making this diverse community a better place to live, enjoy and experience.