The Maryland Club has opened at the Xfinity Center in College Park. It is a contemporary private social club, like a country club with basketball. The club overlooks the arena floor where the University of Maryland basketball teams play their games.
The sophisticated space, bespoke with art and Terps’ memorabilia, and decorating that has hints of the Maryland flag, history, and terrapin turtles — are subtle, yet clever. The designers had purpose to every detail from the wallpaper to the carpet to room dividers. There is a high-end bar stocked with top-shelf liquors and wine, a dining room with gourmet food, lounges, and private rooms for members to work, dine, or unwind. Last night, you could watch the Opening Night of the Maryland men’s basketball season as freshman Derik Queen debuted, making history, in a huge Terps’ win.
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