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| Oslo's new home of contemporary art  The Astrup Fearnley Museum of Contemporary Art has just reopened in Tjuvholmen, the newest arts district of Oslo. Previously located at Dronningensgtate 4 for 18 years, the privately-owned museum is now part of the new Icon Complex, developed by Selvaag Gruppen and Aspelin-Ramm Gruppen, and designed by Renzo Piano Building Workshop in collaboration with Narud Stokke Wiig architects.The Icon Complex, part of the larger Tjuvholmen development, comprises an art museum, office building and a culture centre, all constructed on reclaimed land. The three buildings are covered by a striking double-curved roof – a design inspired by a bicycle tyre – that slopes down to touch the landscape. The roof is made up of over 2,000 unique panes of glass that allow natural light to illuminate the exhibition spaces. UK engineering giant Arup provided specialist lighting consultancy, delivering an integrated approach to daylight and electric lighting use. write your comments about the article :: © 2012 Construction News :: home page |