EB 7- Cultural Buildings
Issue 7 of En Blanco focuses on Cultural Spaces, showcasing architectural projects that reimagine the functionality and symbolism of museums and cultural venues. This volume features the Atacama Desert Museum in Chile by Coz, Polidura, and Volante, noted for its integration into the landscape and its respectful relationship with the Huanchaca ruins, creating a communal space for the city of Antofagasta. Another remarkable project is the Teshima Art Museum in Japan by Ryue Nishizawa and Rei Naito, merging architecture and nature in a structure that evokes a droplet of water.
In Portugal, the Arraiolos Museum by Fátima Fernandes and Michele Cannatà employs white concrete to harmonize with its rural surroundings, while the Mora River Aquarium by Promontorio Architects in Alentejo emphasizes a sustainable approach. Also included is the Madinat Al Zahra Museum in Córdoba by Nieto Sobejano Arquitectos, which delves into the relationship between architecture and archaeology. Lastly, the MAXXI National Museum of 21st Century Arts in Rome by Zaha Hadid Architects exemplifies an innovative design that seeks to redefine contemporary exhibition spaces.
Each project is accompanied by critical articles that analyze its cultural and architectural impact, exploring the interaction between architectural design and context.