Hannah S. Grunbaum Conference Center
HSDC is proud to open its doors to the community by offering a splendid meeting facility to the nonprofit, corporate and private sectors, available for rent on a sliding feel scale.
The Hannah S. Grunbaum Conference Center was built to facilitate the needs of the Deaf, hard of hearing and speech challenged communities and their organizations, as well as other nonprofit and corporate businesses.
Conference Center Rental Information
- Call HSDC at 206.323.5770 or email conferencecenter@hsdc.org / contact
- Conference Center Brochure
- Rates & Rental Contract
- When to Obtain a Banquet Permit
Available Layouts
The objectives of your conference, the number of delegates, and the form of communication are only some of the important aspects to consider in choosing a layout.
For illustrative purposes, the top of the configuration images is the front of the room.
Standard Board
Ideal for small groups where close interaction and a lot of discussion are expected. Participants can see and hear each other easily and sharing one table creates unity of the group. Some participants will need to move when visual presentation is made. Most effective with groups of less than 20.
Standard Classroom
This traditional layout does allow many people to fit comfortably in a room. It is a well-used setup and is effective for one way communication. The classroom style setup provides a work surface for note taking and for reference materials. Best for large groups.
Chevron Classroom
This style is similar to the classroom setup with the tables tilted towards the front placing each row the same distance from the presenter. A variation of this style eliminates the centre row of tables.
U-Shaped
Very popular set up for groups where close interaction will occur. Gives participants the sense they are all equal in status at the meeting. Good visual access to front for visual presentations. A variation is the double U (a U within a U) or with seating on the inside of a single U. These variations can increase seating by up to 50%.
Theater
Just like going to the theater, ideal for large numbers. One way communication occurs in this setup and is ideal for audiovisual presentations and lecture style programs.
