Barkada House to Open Private Members Club in Columbus Discovery District in 2027

Krystopher Scott is preparing to open Barkada House, a private members club in the Discovery District, in 2027. The venue will occupy a historic building and serve as a hub for food, music, film, and creative work. Scott designed the space as a "third place" that sits between home and office life.

The ground floor will feature a café and coffee bar alongside a hi-fi listening lounge containing a vinyl library. A gallery wall will display art, and the floor will include a library work area with open seating, group rooms, and phone booths. Members can book six available studios for podcasting, broadcast, and music post-production on an hourly basis.

Dining options include a chef's counter that overlooks an open kitchen. The associated bar focuses on menu items described as being good for members' health. Private dining rooms and member-rate dinners will also be available throughout the venue.

The top floor will host a gallery and salon located beneath the building's skylights. This area will hold exhibition openings, talks, and other gatherings. A dedicated screening room will host film salons and private viewings for members.

Barkada House will offer four annual membership tiers: Emerging, Social, House, and House + Studio. The Emerging tier is limited to members between the ages of 27 and 30. The House + Studio tier is designed for creators and includes 14 studio hours per year. Founding members will join before the club officially opens.

Scott said, "There’s a difference between bringing people together and building a place where they belong." He noted that Columbus has talent, culture, and ambition that need spaces to come together naturally. The club is currently inviting prospective members to express interest through its website.