January 22, 2026

Bringing The State Theatre Back to Life.

Designed in 1927 by legendary theater architect John Eberson, The State Theatre is one of only a small number of remaining atmospheric theaters in the United States. For nearly a century it has transported audiences into another world beneath a star-filled sky while serving as a cultural anchor for downtown Kalamazoo and the broader Midwest.

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August 27, 2025

How Star of the Seas Builds on Icon of the Seas, Design Lessons & Innovations.

Star of the Seas carries forward the DNA of her sister Icon, while layering in new technology, reimagined venues, and innovative entertainment experiences. She represents both continuity and progress—a true example of how lessons learned from one vessel can shape the success of the next.

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January 17, 2025

What is an immersive experience in the performing arts?

Traditional theaters often rely on the proscenium to frame performances, sometimes extending slightly into the audience with a thrust stage. However, breaking these boundaries and drawing audiences directly into the moment enhances the immersive quality, making the experience more engaging and memorable.

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May 17, 2024

“Boston Architectural Firm keeps Going Bigger and Better”.

Meet the Boston architects who designed the largest cruise ship in the world. From a small office in Post Office Square, Wilson Butler Architects has been quietly changing the way people cruise for more than two decades.

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May 09, 2024

WBA selected as the design architect for the Renovation & Addition of Lipinsky Hall at UNC, Asheville.

We are pleased and incredibly excited to share we have been selected as the design architect for the Renovation & Addition of Lipinsky Hall at the University of North Carolina,  Asheville.

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February 29, 2024

Icon of The Seas: Our Seven-Year Journey of Firsts and Biggests at Sea.

For the past 26 years, Wilson Butler Architects (WBA) has partnered with Royal Caribbean International to create the most groundbreaking entertainment and vacation experiences at sea. That includes the cruiseline’s fleet of 23 seminal, industry-defining ships, culminating with the latest and greatest Icon of the Seas.

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