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 Symbiosis of story and space at museum Boerhaave, Studio Louter | International Design Awards Winners
 Symbiosis of story and space at museum Boerhaave, Studio Louter | International Design Awards Winners
 Symbiosis of story and space at museum Boerhaave, Studio Louter | International Design Awards Winners
 Symbiosis of story and space at museum Boerhaave, Studio Louter | International Design Awards Winners
 Symbiosis of story and space at museum Boerhaave, Studio Louter | International Design Awards Winners
 Symbiosis of story and space at museum Boerhaave, Studio Louter | International Design Awards Winners
 Symbiosis of story and space at museum Boerhaave, Studio Louter | International Design Awards Winners
 Symbiosis of story and space at museum Boerhaave, Studio Louter | International Design Awards Winners
 Symbiosis of story and space at museum Boerhaave, Studio Louter | International Design Awards Winners
 Symbiosis of story and space at museum Boerhaave, Studio Louter | International Design Awards Winners
 Symbiosis of story and space at museum Boerhaave, Studio Louter | International Design Awards Winners

Symbiosis of story and space at museum Boerhaave

CompanyStudio Louter
Lead DesignersStudio Louter & OPERA Amsterdam
Design TeamConcept and storyline: Studio Louter & Spatial Design: OPERA Amsterdam
Project LocationRijksmuseum Boerhaave, Leiden, Netherlands
ClientRijksmuseum Boerhaave
Prize(s)Bronze in Architecture Categories / Exhibits, Pavilions and exhibitions
Entry Description

‘Seeing differently’ was the concept behind the new permanent presentation of Rijksmuseum Boerhaave designed by Studio Louter/OPERA Amsterdam. The science museum is a conglomerate of buildings. We capitalized on the singularity of each space to create atmospheric worlds tailored to the story. The ancient attic is transformed into a metaphorical study of the Golden Age. A large, bright space is an infirmary with white curtains and bed-like showcases. Small rooms are cabinets of curiosities. The last vast and high space is a cathedral for the big question that scientist now are trying to answer.