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Blaffer Art Museum renovation now complete
The Division of Administration and Finance Facilities Planning
and Construction is proud to announce the completion of a
transformative renovation of Blaffer Art Museum designed by WORK
ac. Addressing issues of visibility, accessibility and
circulation, the design emphasizes openness and connectivity
through an expansion to the north side that houses a new
welcoming entrance, and an expansive, visually dramatic
staircase connecting the first and second floors. The museum
will still be accessible from the Fine Arts Courtyard, where an
inviting courtyard lounge has been created as a social gathering
space for students and visitors. Both entrances are connected by
an open reception and greeting area. The galleries also have
undergone major renovation, including new floors, walls,
ceilings, and a new art lighting system. The reconfiguration of
the space allowed for the addition on the second floor of a
media gallery to house the museum�s public programs and an
artist studio dedicated to the museum�s many educational
initiatives. Infrastructural improvements include new HVAC and
electrical systems, state-of-the-art audio/visual capabilities
and new security and fire suppression systems.
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