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Triple the Space and Right in Town

United Kingdom Architecture News - Aug 02, 2014 - 14:55   1783 views

Aspen Art Museum Unveils Its New Building

Triple the Space and Right in Town

The Aspen Art Museum’s new building, designed by Shigeru Ban. CreditShigeru Ban Architects/Aspen Art Museum

Next Saturday at 5 p.m., after a week of member previews, the 35-year-old Aspen Art Museum in Colorado will open the doors of its new building to the public and then keep them open for a 24-hour celebration.

There is much to celebrate. The four-story building is the first American museum designed by the innovative Japanese architect Shigeru Ban....Continue Reading

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