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The Met Unveils Design for New Wing for Modern and Contemporary Art
December 10, 2024, 12:51.19 pm ET

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Visualization by ©Filippo Bolognese; Image, Frida Escobedo Studio

The Metropolitan Museum of Art has unveiled the design for its new Oscar L. Tang and H.M. Agnes Hsu-Tang Wing, dedicated to modern and contemporary art. Architect Frida Escobedo, the first woman to design a wing in the museum’s history, has created a visionary space that will expand gallery space by nearly 50%, integrating over 70,000 square feet for The Met’s collection of 20th- and 21st-century art. The redesign will enhance accessibility and sustainability while fostering seamless connections with the rest of the museum. Inspired by The Met's architecture, diverse collections, and Central Park setting, the wing is set to open in 2030.


Visualization by ©Filippo Bolognese; Image, Frida Escobedo Studio

The reimagined five-story space will remain within the existing building footprint and feature dynamic gallery layouts for innovative art displays. The design includes flexible spaces for large-scale works, intimate installations, and community gathering areas, reflecting Escobedo’s contemporary vision. Collaborators include Beyer Blinder Belle as executive architect and Nelson Byrd Woltz Landscape Architects, ensuring a harmonious integration of the museum's historic site with modern design.


Visualization by ©Filippo Bolognese; Image, Frida Escobedo Studio

Already backed by $550 million in private donations, the project highlights The Met’s commitment to inclusivity and innovation. As Max Hollein, the museum’s director, stated, the Tang Wing will offer “exceptionally compelling displays” of modern and contemporary art while celebrating the rich diversity of New York City and beyond.



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