Yes, the planned White House State Ballroom is significantly larger in total square footage than the White House itself.[2] [3] [4]

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The White House State Ballroom, currently under construction, is designed to be approximately 90,000 total square feet.[1] [2] [3] [4] [5] In contrast, the main White House building, also known as the Executive Residence, is approximately 55,000 square feet.[4] This means the new ballroom complex is nearly double the size of the main White House building.[2] [4]

Initially, the White House announced the ballroom would have a seated capacity of 650 people, a substantial increase from the East Room's 200-person capacity.[1] [5] However, President Trump later stated that the capacity was revised upward, first to 900, and then to 999 people, making it large enough to potentially host an inauguration.[2] [5]

The project involves the demolition of the East Wing, which traditionally housed the First Lady's offices and served as an entry point for guests.[2] [3] [4] While the White House initially stated the ballroom would be "near it but not touching it" and would not interfere with the current building, the entire East Wing facade has been demolished to make way for the new structure.[2] [4] [5] This demolition has drawn criticism from historical preservation groups and some politicians, who express concerns about the impact on the White House's historical integrity and classical design.[3] [4] [5] The project, estimated to cost around $300 million, is being privately funded by President Trump and other donors, including several corporations and individuals.[2] [3] [4] [5]