Contemporary Art Gallery Conversion
Contemporary Art Gallery Conversion – Conversion is one of those architectural projects that fascinates us the most, especially when it comes to giving new life to dilapidated historical buildings. Renovated art exhibition spaces provide a particularly attractive example given their demands for light, flow and adaptability.
From a former slaughterhouse to an ex-skating rink, we’ve gathered together some of our favorite art gallery conversions from across Europe. Each transformation is based on both a visionary design philosophy and respect for the building’s original heritage.
Contemporary Art Gallery Conversion
On an ordinary street in Kreuzberg, there is a Brutalist symbol of 1960s Berlin: the former church and community center of St. Agnes, a windowless, cubic concrete structure arranged around a landscaped courtyard. “The building is lit from above, and is very rough and raw on the outside but soft and shiny on the inside – ideal for showcasing art.” Originally built … Read the rest