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Building the foundation for creativity: MAX FRANK's Pecafil® ensures precision and flexibility for TMA's new art museum The Trout Museum of Art (TMA), a leader in visual arts for 64 years, is embarking on a transformative journey. Partnering with Lawrence University, TMA is constructing a cutting-edge, 100,000 sq. ft. facility that will expand access to art and education in the Fox Cities. The new museum, set to open in Fall 2025, will feature a stunning 30,000 sq. ft. ground floor dedicated to TMA. We're proud that MAX FRANK's Pecafil® stay-in-place formwork is part of this landmark project, supporting the construction of grade beams and pile caps with its versatile design and adaptability.

Construction of the new Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art on campus is beginning to take shape, with a majority of cement having been poured for the project. Exterior and interior walls are beginning to go up, and curbing for the road connecting Smith Drive to the David R. Goode Arts Complex is nearing completion, with asphalt work expected to begin soon. The building is expected to be ready for occupancy by January 2026. Funded by philanthropists Jane Batten, Joan Brock, and Susan and David Goode, this historic partnership between VWU and Virginia MOCA will allow the museum to create a hub for creativity, innovation, and immersive experience for its visitors, and its new central location will allow it to better connect with the region’s 1.6 million people. While Virginia MOCA will remain an independent museum, there will be ample opportunities for VWU students and the Susan S. Goode School of Arts and Humanities to collaborate in a variety of ways. Visit VWU’s Flickr album to view construction photos: https://lnkd.in/e8fBCJBf

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Working on large-scale projects is not just about achieving a single goal; it’s about creating a ripple effect that spurs other initiatives. Just like how marquee projects lead to the development of supporting infrastructure, every big endeavor we undertake paves the way for new opportunities and innovations. 

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🏛️ The Jewish Museum in Berlin: A Journey Through History and Emotion 📚 The Jewish Museum in Berlin, designed by architect Daniel Libeskind, is not just a museum—it’s an emotional experience. The architecture itself is meant to evoke feelings of disorientation and anxiety, reflecting the tumultuous history of the Jewish people in Germany. Architectural Highlights: Zigzag Design 🌀: The building’s zigzag shape, often described as a 'disjointed Star of David,' creates an unsettling pathway through the museum. Void Spaces 🕳️: Empty, unheated voids run through the building, representing the absence and loss experienced during the Holocaust. Garden of Exile 🌳: Tilted columns and uneven ground in the garden create a sense of instability, mirroring the dislocation of Jews during exile. Visiting the Jewish Museum in Berlin is more than an architectural tour—it's a powerful journey through history, designed to make you feel the weight of the past. Check out our latest article for an in-depth look at this architectural masterpiece. Read More https://lnkd.in/e_KRJZnV 🔍 Have you visited the Jewish Museum in Berlin? Share your experience and thoughts in the comments! 👇 #Architecture #JewishMuseumBerlin #DanielLibeskind #HistoricalArchitecture #EmotionalDesign #ConstructionNews

Here in #Doral, DORCAM (Doral Contemporary Art Museum) stands as a catalyst for learning, creativity, and the binding of a community. Through exhibitions and events that transcend the traditional confines of art, architecture, visionary design, industry, and technology, DORCAM opens its doors wide, inviting not just the connoisseur but the curious, the unseen, the wanderer, and the everyman. In its mission, DORCAM seeks to reflect the nationalities that call Doral home. We are not here to cater to the compliant and the conventional. It is here, where barriers dissolve, and the free exchange of ideas flourishes, each program a dialogue, each piece a conversation. Membership at DORCAM is a bridge, not a gate. It offers a spectrum of #engagement, making it possible for YOU to become part of this community. Members are more than advocates; they are the heartbeat of the #museum, present at virtual receptions and incorporated in every event. They are not just spectators but participants in the ongoing story of DORCAM. Looking ahead, DORCAM approaches their vision of a permanent home in Doral, a sanctuary where #art and #community converge. This future space promises to be more than a museum where residents and visitors alike can immerse themselves in the rich, #artistic heritage of the world. Become part of a community that celebrates art in all its #rebellious forms. Explore our membership options and find your place within DORCAM. Together, we can cultivate a culture of learning and unity that defies the clichéd. And as we move forward, keep your eyes peeled for our Midyear Review of 2024! It will be a bold reflection on the achievements and events that have shaped #DORCAM this year. 💬🎨🎶🎞📸🌠

After 18 months of construction, the Muskegon Museum of Art is preparing to open its $15.4 million expansion that will double the size of the 113-year-old museum and open up new opportunities for visitors, artists and staff.     The new Bennett-Schmidt Pavilion adds galleries, two education studios, viewable collections storage, a new gift store, an outdoor sculpture park and staff-support spaces. 📰 https://lnkd.in/g5h4GwMK via Crain's Grand Rapids Business

Today is International Museum Day! The objective of this day is to raise awareness that museums are an important means of cultural exchange and enrichment, as well as development of mutual understanding, cooperation, and peace. International Museum Day fosters global connections through shared celebrations. Museums around the world are hosting events, free admissions, workshops, and interactive tours to engage the public--designed to draw in diverse audiences and offer them insights into cultures other than their own. At Marx|Okubo we understand the value that art, creative, and event spaces bring to all communities—and to the built environment. And it is a privilege for us to work with some of the most renowned museums. During each project, we continue to ask one key question: How can we help these meaningful community spaces thrive for generations to come? Assessing and solving for historic or public atmospheres that may house fragile collections or thousands of people means understanding and addressing both form and function. Today we celebrate these special places and the opportunities to help our arts, culture, and entertainment clients preserve and promote these vital, sensitive, and crucial spaces. https://lnkd.in/gXD9WP5F #internationalmuseumday #marxokubo #museums #aecconsultants #realestate #architecture #construction

The Cleveland Museum of Natural History has become the first U.S. museum to achieve LEED v4 BD+C NC Platinum certification. DLR Group's design employs both passive and active sustainable design strategies to solidify the Musuem's sustainability commitment.