Barnes Foundation

Barnes Foundation Façade

The programming of this project in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania required unique facade solutions within a modern architectural context. The opaque facade elements are comprised of limestone from Israel, with variable metal reveals punctured with high-performance wooden windows. The large non-gallery public space features a large light bar of transparent and semi-transparent glass that defuses direct light. The lobby areas feature layered glass walls, stone cladding and high span glass enclosure for pre-function areas.