Institute for Contemporary Art, Richmond

Architect
Steven Holl
Year
2018
Style
Contemporary Modern
City
Richmond, VA
Institute for Contemporary Art, Richmond
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The Institute for Contemporary Art, Richmond, was designed by Steven Holl and completed in 2018. Its folded-form design gives the museum a sculptural exterior that stands out clearly from the street.

the building

Folded exterior. The building takes an innovative folded-form shape, producing a sculptural exterior that is a striking presence on the street.

the style

Contemporary Modern (c. 1990–present): Today's default architecture: floor-to-ceiling glass, crisp panel facades, bold cantilevers, and mixed materials.

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the architect

Steven Holl is a major contemporary architect; the Institute for Contemporary Art, completed in 2018, is among his works.

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