David Chipperfield Architects: Museo Jumex

The Museo Jumex is a renowned art museum in Mexico City, designed by David Chipperfield Architects. It showcases a diverse collection of contemporary art and stands as part of an urban redevelopment project in the Polanco area. The museum's unique design, distinct from its surroundings, creates a rare architectural opportunity. This publication provides insight into the design and construction of the museum, featuring photographs, texts, and a conversation between David Chipperfield and Hans Ulrich Obrist.

Format: Hardback
Length: 232 pages
Publication date: 03 September 2022
Publisher: Arquine

Nestled on a triangular plot within the affluent Polanco district of Mexico City, the internationally acclaimed Museo Jumex stands as a testament to the vibrant art scene of the city. As part of a larger urban redevelopment initiative, the museum showcases a substantial collection of contemporary art, known as the Colección Jumex. However, what sets Museo Jumex apart is its unique architectural identity, which defies attempts to blend it seamlessly with its surroundings. Instead, the neighboring buildings' distinct individuality creates a rare opportunity for architectural innovation. This publication delves into the design and construction of the museum, envisioned by the renowned David Chipperfield Architects, the creative minds behind New York's iconic Rolex Building (2019). The museum features a captivating array of visual elements, including photographs by Iwan Baan, insightful texts by architecture scholars Miquel Adrià, Patrick Charpenel, Luis Fernández-Galiano, and Beatrice Galilee, as well as a thought-provoking conversation between Hans Ulrich Obrist and David Chipperfield, shedding light on the conceptual underpinnings of the project.

Nestled on a triangular plot within the affluent Polanco district of Mexico City, the internationally acclaimed Museo Jumex stands as a testament to the vibrant art scene of the city. As part of a larger urban redevelopment initiative, the museum showcases a substantial collection of contemporary art, known as the Colección Jumex. However, what sets Museo Jumex apart is its unique architectural identity, which defies attempts to blend it seamlessly with its surroundings. Instead, the neighboring buildings' distinct individuality creates a rare opportunity for architectural innovation. This publication delves into the design and construction of the museum, envisioned by the renowned David Chipperfield Architects, the creative minds behind New York's iconic Rolex Building (2019). The museum features a captivating array of visual elements, including photographs by Iwan Baan, insightful texts by architecture scholars Miquel Adrià, Patrick Charpenel, Luis Fernández-Galiano, and Beatrice Galilee, as well as a thought-provoking conversation between Hans Ulrich Obrist and David Chipperfield, shedding light on the conceptual underpinnings of the project.

Weight: 699g
Dimension: 241 x 170 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9786077784777