Landesmuseum Zürich

Architecture

Christ & Gantenbein AG

Client

Federal Office for Buildings and Logistics FOBL

Year

2016

The Swiss National Museum, opened in 1898, combines different architectural styles and reflects the history of Switzerland. To create space for new functions, Christ & Gantenbein designed an extension that combines the historic U-shaped building with a modern structure. The extension offers new exhibition rooms, a study center with a library, an auditorium and catering facilities. Old and new are linked by design references such as the origami-like roof. 
The library is furnished with Swiss furniture and the tables are illuminated with TYPE 60 by Baltensweiler.