Main Hall
With a maximum room capacity of 184 seats, the main hall accommodates a variety of seating arrangements for lectures, conferences, and dining. The center also maintains a complete, on-site inventory of conference-style furniture. Our staff will assist in designing a customized floor plan for your event. Common set-up options include:
- Lecture or theater style for up to 184
- Panel discussion or fireside chat, allowing up to an 18’Lx8'Wx18"H stage accommodating as many as 6 participants
- Thirteen in-house 60" round tables, 125 seats maximum
- Classroom style with rented seminar tables for up to 100
- Boardroom with in-house cherry conference tables arranged in a hollow square for up to 35
- Floor plans can be found here.
Features
Auxiliary Room
This flexible space adjoins the main hall and can be configured for breakout sessions, overflow seating, receptions, or catering service.
VIP Room
This comfortable, private side room can be used as a green room or touchdown space. Amenities include club chairs, refrigerator, table with 4 chairs and a mirror. Nearby side entrance provides security access and egress. Food and beverages are welcome.
Service Pantry
The main hall has a dedicated preparation pantry for caterer staging, food and beverage storage. Caterers appreciate the service entry and elevator to service guests quickly in the main hall, keeping your agenda on track. Commercial-grade equipment includes a refrigerator, warming oven, stainless steel counters, sinks, prep tables, and shelving.
Coit D. Blacker Lobby
Furnished with comfortable lounge seating and a photographic history of the building, the Encina Hall lobby is ideal for pre and post-event receptions of up to 75. Available after 5pm only. Registration tables can be set up here during normal business hours at no additional cost.
Oksenberg Room
The Oksenberg is ideal for breakouts, board meetings, intimate dining and auxiliary activities associated with a conference in the main hall. Many set up options are available. Occasionally, the Oksenberg Room is available without booking the main hall. Special arrangements must be made with BCC staff.
Encina Bechtel Courtyard
With a lush landscape set against an elegant hardscape, this beautifully cultivated outdoor space is perfect for a reception or dinner during Stanford’s fair weather months. With its flexible design, this space can accommodate 20 – 150 in various settings. Available after 5pm only.
Moghadam Lobby
Boasting a “glass bridge” connecting east and west sections of the newly renovated Encina Commons, this sophisticated space is ideal for a small reception or dinner. Available after 5pm only.
