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Eisenman addition, 1989 The Columbus Convention Center west facade facing High Street Committees to study the use of the building and propose recommendations were formed in 19 but voters rejected both proposals. Almost immediately, issues were found in the use and amount of space and city officials began plans for a second convention center. The building was designed by Godwin Böhm NBBJ. The Ohio Center (now Batelle Hall) opened in September 1980 with 700,000 square feet spread over five stories with 60,000 square feet of open exhibit space and 30,000 square feet of balcony area. The groundbreaking ceremony was held on February 3, 1978. Funding construction remained an issue and Battelle Memorial Institute stepped in with a large donation and appointed Batelle official Clyde Tipton Jr. The station's demolition faced criticism from agencies and the public, with little to no news of the demolition publicized until it occurred, and the demolition followed improper procedures. Construction was later delayed as the city secured the land, demolished the arcade of Union Station, and changed the building's plans. Voters approved a $6 million bond in 1971 to purchase 27.5 acres (11.1 ha) which was the site of the first Union Station in the world. The convention center was conceived in 1969 as a way for the City of Columbus to generate economic revenue by hosting events and revitalize the downtown area after a period of decline. Further information: Battelle Hall Battelle Hall, part of the Ohio Center portion