An organic spiral that breaks free from the strict Manhattan grid, this Upper East side modern classic blends architecture and sculpture seamlessly. More
The Guggenheim (Solomon R.
Guggenheim) Museum was Frank Lloyd Wright’s last great work and contribution to
Manhattan’s museum architecture. An organic, white spiral that rises above the
street, the building is an icon for New York. It is clearly distinguishable
from the street and admired by tourists and locals alike.
The dramatic concrete
curves are visible both from the outside and the inside. They spiral upwards in
a curve, enabling a different museum experience. The interior is particularly
magnetic- a ramp that connects these curves rises up to an expansive glass dome
that washes the interior with light. The interior space rises up almost 100
feet, expanding six stories, making it truly remarkable to visitors of the
space.
The building has undergone revisions, additions and criticisms throughout its history. One thing is for certain- this building is an icon of museum architecture. The freedom and expression of Wright’s hand remains evident in the building’s design to this day, making it a representation for modern sculptural organic architecture.
Architect- Frank
Lloyd Wright, 1956-1959
Location- Upper East
Side, NY, NY
(all images via e-architect.co.uk)
This is Day 6 of our series of #30days30spaces in New York City that goes in conjunction with our Indiegogo Great Spaces Campaign.
This article was written by Dina Lopez of designismymuse in a collaboration between www.designismymuse.com & Great Spaces.
This article was written by Dina Lopez of designismymuse in a collaboration between www.designismymuse.com & Great Spaces.
