A newly unveiled scale model displayed in the Oval Office today showcased President Trump’s ambitious plan for a $250 million State Ballroom, a massive addition that would replace the White House East Wing and overshadow much of the existing executive complex.
Sources present at the White House confirmed that the model was presented during a briefing with senior aides and architects involved in the project’s design. The proposed State Ballroom, reportedly part of a broader modernization initiative championed by President Trump, is said to feature extensive event capacity, ornate design elements reminiscent of classical European architecture, and upgraded facilities for state ceremonies and diplomatic functions.
According to preliminary renderings, the new structure would entirely replace the current East Wing home to offices for the First Lady and White House staff connecting directly to the Executive Residence through a grand colonnade. The scale model displayed an elaborate dome and gold-detailed exterior, indicating a design approach vastly more opulent than previous White House expansions.
While official approval and funding details remain under review, administration officials described the project as an investment in “American symbolism and presidential legacy.” Critics, however, have questioned both the cost and the potential displacement of existing offices within the historic complex.
The White House has not yet released an official timeline for construction, though insiders suggest the project could begin as early as mid-2026 pending Congressional budget authorization.
