Modern gallery extension with minimalist design and people in a rainy courtyard.

A modern architectural extension of a gallery with a sleek, minimalist design featuring vertical lines and large glass windows. People are walking and cycling in the courtyard, which is wet from rain, reflecting the building and surroundings.

A modern architectural building with a textured facade and large vertical windows, surrounded by landscaped gardens and pathways.
A modern architectural exterior view featuring a courtyard with people walking and sitting. The buildings have large glass windows and a bridge-like structure connecting them. Trees and plants are present in the courtyard.
A rooftop terrace with people enjoying the view of a cityscape, featuring iconic landmarks such as a large Ferris wheel and a tall column with a statue.
A multi-story building with a modern architectural design, featuring a grid-like facade with numerous windows. The building is situated on a street corner with trees and parked vehicles nearby.

Story

Kengo Kuma's vision for a historic expansion In a bold move to redefine the National Gallery's purpose and reach, Kengo Kuma and Associates, in collaboration with BDP and MICA, have embarked on Project Domani. This ambitious £750 million campaign aims to transform the gallery's historic structure, creating a new wing that will house an expanded collection extending beyond 1900. The project is set on the site of St Vincent House, a strategic location that has been earmarked for expansion for nearly three decades. The design by Kengo Kuma was selected from an international competition, praised for its exemplary approach to integrating modern architectural elements with the gallery's storied past. This extension will ensure the gallery's financial sustainability through a robust endowment.

## Design Highlights

Integration of modern architectural elements with historic structures. Creation of new spaces to accommodate an expanded collection. Strategic use of the St Vincent House site for optimal expansion. Focus on long-term financial sustainability through endowment.

## Key Facts

Detail Information
Architect Kengo Kuma and Associates
Location London, UK
Year 2025
Status Competition
Budget £750 million

Technical Summary

Finishes

  • facade: Textured facade with large vertical windows.

Materials

  • glass — windows and facade
  • concrete — structural elements

Construction / Systems

  • structural: The building features a bridge-like structure connecting different parts.

Products

  • Not specified

Palette / Lighting

  • Colors: Not specified
  • Lighting: natural lighting through large glass windows

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