The new ballroom, which is to be built adjacent to a renovated East Wing of the White House, will feature a capacity for approximately 650 guests and span around 90,000 square feet in total. This addition is designed to alleviate the logistical challenges currently faced while hosting large events, which often require cumbersome tents in the South Lawn.
During a briefing, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt emphasized the ballroom's importance, describing it as an "exquisite addition," while Chief of Staff Susie Wiles assured that plans will honor the historical significance of the White House.
Architectural renderings reveal that the ballroom will blend with the existing White House aesthetic, showcasing lavish interiors equipped with chandeliers and ornate columns. Office spaces currently residing in the East Wing, such as that of First Lady Melania Trump, will be temporarily moved to facilitate construction.
President Trump expressed his confidence in the project, recalling previous frustrations with the temporary structures used for events, and highlighted his unique capability in construction compared to past presidents. This new project follows a long-standing aspiration voiced by Trump dating back to his 2016 presidential campaign, when he casually proposed a $100 million offer for a ballroom that was not entertained at the time.
As construction commences, the White House aims for completion before the end of Trump's term in January 2029, paving the way for future administrations to utilize this grand venue.
During a briefing, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt emphasized the ballroom's importance, describing it as an "exquisite addition," while Chief of Staff Susie Wiles assured that plans will honor the historical significance of the White House.
Architectural renderings reveal that the ballroom will blend with the existing White House aesthetic, showcasing lavish interiors equipped with chandeliers and ornate columns. Office spaces currently residing in the East Wing, such as that of First Lady Melania Trump, will be temporarily moved to facilitate construction.
President Trump expressed his confidence in the project, recalling previous frustrations with the temporary structures used for events, and highlighted his unique capability in construction compared to past presidents. This new project follows a long-standing aspiration voiced by Trump dating back to his 2016 presidential campaign, when he casually proposed a $100 million offer for a ballroom that was not entertained at the time.
As construction commences, the White House aims for completion before the end of Trump's term in January 2029, paving the way for future administrations to utilize this grand venue.
