Museum of American Folk Art

The Museum of American Folk Art’s upper four floors are devoted to gallery space for permanent and temporary exhibitions. The balance of the building includes archives, administrative offices and a large public area, cafe and museum store. The Museum unique facade incorporates cast Tombasil bronze panels, non-directional stainless cladding and flush seamed sheet metal cladding. The facade was designed to ensure the sightlines were clearly defined. The glass curtain wall is delicately folded within the facade to create natural light in the Museum.

Architects:

Tod Williams Billie Tsien & Associates
New York, New York, USA

Project Location:

New York, New York, USA

Scope of work:

Materials Applications
Sourcing
Schematic Design
Design Development
Construction Documents
Construction Administration
Facade Elements
Waterproofing