Described in a press release as a "spacious and distinctively contemporary gateway to the institution's existing complex of buildings," the new Pierre Lassonde Pavilion of the Musee National des Beaux Arts du Quebec by OMA appears to have an exceedingly functional quality. Admittedly, the building won't open to the public until June 24th, so these initial photos by Iwan Baan feature a higher than average amount of protective tarps and plywood.
The concept behind the three gallery stacked structure, according to OMA partner Shohei Shigematsu, is meant to continue the topography of the nearby park.
"The activity of the city extends below, providing a new point of interface between the city and the park," Shigematsu continued. "Art becomes a catalyst that allows the visitor to experience all three core assets—park, city, and museum—at the same time."
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We did stacking first!
I'm kind of surprised by the so-so results of OMA in America recently... They don't do much anymore
There must be more photos available than these
It seems like a very quiet design. The stairs are the most dramatic part.
I will have to visit it to appreciate it I guess, with this pictures not.
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