"The selected proposal was described by the jury as 'exemplary,' highlighting its capacity to balance formal clarity with sensitivity to context while establishing a dialogue with the existing Sainsbury Wing."
"The design introduces an architectural language articulated through stepped massing and the use of Portland stone, responding to the surrounding urban fabric and allowing natural light to permeate the interior."
"Landscape elements, including a roof garden and planted public spaces, contribute to a more porous and accessible public realm, highlighting connections between Leicester Square and Trafalgar Square."
"Internally, the scheme is organized through a sequence of differentiated gallery environments that respond to both curatorial and spatial considerations."
Kengo Kuma & Associates, in collaboration with BDP and MICA, won the competition to design a new wing for London's National Gallery. The competition, launched in September 2025, received 65 submissions. The new wing is part of Project Domani, aiming to enhance the museum's architectural and curatorial framework. The design balances clarity with context sensitivity, featuring stepped massing and Portland stone. It includes landscape elements like a roof garden, promoting public accessibility and civic engagement. Internally, the scheme offers varied gallery environments, enhancing continuity with existing spaces.
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