Museum of American Folk Art
New York, New York

Client
Museum of American Folk Art

Architect
Tod Williams Billie Tsien & Associates
New York, New York USA

Services
Materials applications and sourcing, schematic design, design development, construction documents. Construction administration of all facade elements, and waterproofing.

Description
This new 8-level building’s upper 4 floors are devoted to gallery space for permanent and temporary exhibitions. The balance of the building of the building includes archives, administrative office, and a large public area, café and museum store. The Museum’s unique facade incorporates cast Tombasil bronze panels, non-directional stainless cladding, and flush seamed sheet metal cladding. The facade was designed to ensure the sightlines were clearly defined. The glass curtain wall is delicately folded within the facade to create natural light in the Museum.