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V&A east storehouse by DS+R opens in london, bringing museum storage into public view
- The V&A East Storehouse by Diller Scofidio + Renfro, in collaboration with Austin-Smith:Lord, opens in London's Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park on May 31, 2025.
- It redefines the concept of museum storage by allowing public access to over half a million collection items through advance bookings, offering an immersive and interactive experience.
- The Storehouse features six monumental objects, such as a section of Robin Hood Gardens and Wright's Kaufmann Office, emphasizing conservation and creativity.
- Designed as part of the East Bank initiative, the Storehouse houses 250,000 objects, 350,000 books, and 1,000 archives, showcasing curated mini-displays reflecting themes like creativity and local heritage.
- Visitors can order to view any item in the collection and participate in Object Encounters sessions for unique insights led by collections staff.
- The building is treated as a hybrid space, blending archive, studio, stage, and civic functions, with raw material choices and open circulation paths.
- The Weston Collection Hall features over 100 curated mini-displays, offering a glimpse into the behind-the-scenes of museum storage.
- Material choices include raw exposed concrete and steel, creating a backdrop for the collections and activities within the Storehouse.
- The design allows visitors to explore conservation labs, handling areas, and reading rooms, showcasing the ongoing life behind the collections.
- V&A East Storehouse's innovative approach to public engagement transforms the traditional museum archive into an interactive and accessible cultural destination.
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