Peter zumthor simple english wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Kunsthaus bregenz house of art culture in vorarlberg. Sep 22, 2017 the kunsthaus bregenz museums architect peter zumthor has curated an exhibition within the venue that seeks to create spaces of artistic reflection, mediation and contemplation. The presentation at the kunsthaus bregenz covers peter zumthor s buildings and projects from 1986 to 2007. Peter zumthor at the 16th venice biennale of architecture in may 2018. One of the major modern art galleries worldwide, it is a fine example of. Kunsthaus bregenz peter zumthor karltizianplatz 6900 bregenz, austria this is a scaled model of the kunthaus bregenz in austria by peter zumthor. During daytime zumthor s new kunsthaus in bregenz gives the impression of a semitransparent glass body, and at night it becomes a highly visible cube a statement in light. During the day, it is a semitransparent glass structure, while at night it becomes a thirtymeterhigh glowing cube. His best known projects are the kunsthaus bregenz 1997, a. The kunsthaus bregenz by architect peter zumthor was built in bregenz, vorarlberg, austria in 19941997. The power of a suggestive image you cant quite understand, or an airport thriller you havent finished reading, or the unknowable thoughts of your beloved or your god comes less from the satisfaction of revelation than from the elevated awareness that precedes that moment. He is revered worldwide for the stringency of his architectural concepts, the clarity of his designs, his sensitiveness for location and context, and for his. The kunsthaus is located near the center of bregenz on the edge of lake constance, a feature that did not go unnoticed by zumthor.
After staying at the cabin in leis, this space marked the second i had seen that was designed by the swiss architect peter zumthor. Tacita dean antigone bregenz edition, 2018 hand printed colour photograph from two negatives on fuji pearl paper, 24. Peter zumthor books list of books by author peter zumthor. The bregenz art house was constructed in 1997 by the internationally renowned and pritzker awardwinning swiss architect peter zumthor. Three vertical concrete slabs support the floors and ceilings of the kunsthaus. During daytime the new kunsthaus in bregenz by the swiss architect peter zumthor creates the impression of a semitransparent glass body. For the limited edition, peter zumthor has supplied kunsthaus bregenz with two of his iconic handproduced colored drawings depicting kubs basic lighting concept. During daytime zumthors new kunsthaus in bregenz gives the impression of a semitransparent glass body, and at night it becomes a highly visible cube a statement in light.
Kunsthaus bregenz werkdokumente kunsthaus bregenz, archiv kunst architektur english and german edition zumthor, peter on. Werkdokumente kunsthaus bregenz, archiv kunst architektur peter zumthor. Aug 20, 2012 as of june 2012 a selection of these models by peter zumthor will be on show in the 200 squaremeter space on the first floor of the post office building directly adjacent to the kunsthaus bregenz. Since 1996, he is professor at the accademia di architettura di mendrisio.
See more ideas about peter zumthor, bregenz and architecture details. The interior of the building is constructed in smooth concrete, terrazo, matt glass and indirect, virtually natural light. Steilneset witch trial memorial in vardo, norway with commentary by glenn campbell duration. The style of peter zumthor s work has some affinities with what is often called swiss minimalism. Peter zumthor pictured lost a battle with property developer remo stoffel to buy the therme vals spa in 2012.
Peter zumthor 19901997 zumthor won the commission for the design of this contemporary art gallery, the vorarlberger landesgalerie, by competition. Jan 27, 2011 completed in 1997 in bregenz, austria. Read peter zumthor online, read in mobile or kindle. Download peter zumthor ebook free in pdf and epub format. As of june 2012 a selection of these models by peter zumthor will be on show in the 200 squaremeter space on the first floor of the post office building directly adjacent to the kunsthaus bregenz. Peter zumthor, pritzker laureate 2009, unarguably ranks among the most important contemporary architects. Peter zumthormy buildings are declarations of love for their sites. Media without a source as of 28 august 2011 what should i do. Explore the world of art, the kub collection, its architecture, and the history of kub. Kunsthaus bregenzpeter zumthorkarltizianplatz 6900 bregenz, austriathis is a scaled model of the kunthaus bregenz in austria by peter zumthor. Thus, the bregenz art house is one of the worlds most important museum buildings of contemporary. Zumthor believes the language of architecture is not a question of a specific style. Benedict chapel 1989 thermal bath vals 1996 kunsthaus bregenz 1997 bruder klaus chapel 2007 art museum kolumba 2007 authority control. During my visit to switzerland last june i had the opportunity to take a day trip to bregenz, austria, to see the kunsthaus bregenz.
Part 1 of 2 part video walkthrough of peter zumthors art gallery in bregenz austria. On kunsthaus bregenz digital facebook, instagram and youtube. Sunlight streams through the translucent glass facade into the interior of the space formed by three supporting walls. This method makes a free facade design like this full glasswork construction possible. His buildings explore the tactile and sensory qualities of spaces and ma. Kunsthaus bregenz werkdokumente kunsthaus bregenz, archiv. Though managing a relatively small firm, he is the winner of the 2009 pritzker prize and 20 riba royal gold medal. From the replica, from the set of copies, a largescale copy will result, which will be made partially accessible to visitors. Peter zumthor saint benedict chapel video dailymotion. His source is the kit model available at the anne frank house museum shop. Peter zumthor, kunsthaus bregenz, bregenz austria, 19901997.
Sein bestreben ist es, architektur sinnlich erlebbar zu machen. A year after the completion of therme vals, renowned minimalist architect, peter zumthor completed the design of kunsthaus bregenz. Completed in 1997, the kunsthaus bregenz is clad in glass panels. Peter zumthor gliederung quellen peter zumthor biografie baustil wichtige gebaude. Every building is built for a specific use in a specific place for a specific society. The programme features varying exhibitions, and the museum frequently accommodates solo exhibitions devoted to one single artist. Born 1943 basel, switzerland education 1958 apprenticeship in cabinetmaking. For its first exhibition in 2020 kunsthaus bregenz is presenting the usamerican artist bunny rogers. May 04, 2020 stories about swiss architect peter zumthor, including his renowned therme vals spa, lacma overhaul plans and stilted zinc mine museum in rural norway.
The plans and negotiations had already begun in 1989. Thermal bath vals 1996 kunsthaus bregenz 1997 bruder klaus chapel. Download peter zumthor in pdf and epub formats for free. Peter zumthor works with his atelier of around 30 people in the alpine setting of haldenstein, switzerland, producing architectural originals like kunsthaus bregenz, therme vals, museum kolumba koln or the steilneset memorial in vardo. This is a continuation of kunsthaus bregenz s distinctive interventions, this time addressing. The model is to scale and is constructed out of plywood, bass wood and acrylic. Kunsthaus bregenz werkdokumente kunsthaus bregenz, archiv kunst architektur english and german edition. Designed by the renowned swiss architect peter zumthor, kunsthaus bregenz kub is one of europes leading museums of contemporary art. The glass skin details architecture seen in section. The glass panels that cover the main building look almost like lightly ruffled feathers zumthor.
Kunsthaus bregenz 2020 all you need to know before you. Kunsthaus bregenz house of art culture in vorarlberg austria. See more ideas about bregenz, peter zumthor and architecture details. Kunsthaus bregenz 1997 kolumba 2007 peter zumthor german pronunciation. He is a swiss architect and winner of the 2009 pritzker prize. A mustvisit for those interested in contemporary art and architecture. Oct 31, 2016 written and delivered by jaqueline kein.
Peter zumthor lichteinfall i the kunsthaus absorbs the changing light of the sky and the diffuse light of the lake, and radiates light and color back. Peter zumthor available for download and read online in other formats. The design of swiss architect peter zumthor of haldenstein near chur had been awarded first prize in the architectural competition. The kunsthaus is located near the center of bregenz on the edge of lake constance, a feature that did not go unnoticed by. Architecture the actual task of a museum, namely to be a place for works of art and a place for people who would like to encounter these works of art in peace, were the ones the swiss architect peter zumthor committed himself to, in his own words, in his design for kunsthaus bregenz. The outer skin of the building consists of finely etched glass. Photo courtesy timothy brownatelier flir all mysteries disappoint. The kunsthaus bregenz designed by the architect peter zumthor is a wonderful piece of architecture itself, notwithstanding the good shows that are usually installed. Kub is temporarily closed as a precautionary measure to limit the spread of the coronavirus, but we are still here for you online. Kunsthaus bregenz bregenz art museum karl tizian platz a6900 bregenz austria. The art museum stands in the light of lake constance.
See all books authored by peter zumthor, including thinking architecture, and atmospheres. Therme vals spa has been destroyed says peter zumthor. It is made of glass and steel and a cast concrete stone mass which endows the interior of the building with texture and spatial composition. The kub has since received numerous distinctions for its method of construction. Bregenz, austria on the shore of lake constance only a year after the completion of therme vals peter zumthors most wellknown project, he put forth the plans for the kunsthaus bregenz, an art gallery located on the shore of lake constance.
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