The Hispanic Heritage Cultural Institute, developed by the Hispanic Heritage Council of Western New York, a first in Upstate in New York, will be located at the corner of Niagara and Hudson Streets on Buffalo's west side, which will be Green Energy Efficient with energy efficient amenities, will encompass approximately 37,000 square feet on three floors. It will include a museum, art gallery and a performing arts center, which is planned to be the new home of the Raiices Theatre Company. The theatre will host various productions, panels, and speaker series, and will be available to the community to rent. The theatre will serve the community as a multifunctional assembly space and will be open to local schools, churches, and the other clubs and organizations for community performances. The Institute will also include various Class A office and retail space for use. The primary architectural design objective is to create a friendly, modern, and sustainable facility with as Hispanic / Latino elegance. The conceptual exterior images depict a variety of natural materials such as stone and wood, accented with bold colors- reminiscent of the Caribbean. The facades also incorporate expansive sections of glass to deliver abundant natural light and encourage visual connections to the internal activities, promoting inclusivity for a diverse user group.