Museo
del Novecento, Milano, 2021
Key to the project is a panoramic “bridge” that visually connects the two Arengari, creating a new center for the expanded museum. The design consists of three main components: a continuous path at terrace level, a large public assembly space below, and flexible, luminous exhibition platforms that rise within the Second Arengario. A horizontal mobile connection at the Second Mezzanine level links the two buildings while preserving views from Piazza del Duomo to Torre Martini.
The ground floor of the Second Arengario is characterized by a large stepped auditorium, situated beneath the coffered ceiling, designed to host public programs and events. This permeable space encourages interaction between the museum and the public, aligning with the vision of a contemporary museum.
The new spaces expand the museum’s exhibition capacity by concentrating vertical circulation and services, freeing up four levels for flexible exhibitions. These spaces are adaptable, equipped to host a variety of contemporary art forms, from traditional works to performances and video installations. The suspended platforms within the Second Arengario are designed to accommodate various types of art while respecting the building’s historic architecture. The double-height spaces near the large windows create opportunities to display large-scale works and offer unique viewing perspectives. Modular lighting and adaptable infrastructure ensure flexibility, allowing for a wide range of curatorial possibilities.
The proposal maximizes Museo del Novecento’s potential, transforming it into a fully integrated, open, and inclusive cultural destination that reflects the evolving nature of contemporary art.
Stefano Maderna
Anna Carcano
Gianluca Bernardi
Chiara Gargan