Title:
Art and Architecture Converge in Concrete
Author(s):
Paul Sipes and Rollie Childers
Publication:
Concrete International
Volume:
25
Issue:
6
Appears on pages(s):
42-45
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Date:
6/1/2003
Abstract:
The creation of new museums has soared during the past three decades. A case in point is The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth (“The Modern”). The $60 million project is the first major U.S. commission for noted Japanese architect Tadao Ando. The building’s signature design elements blend architectural concrete, glass, and water. The predominant architectural feature is cast-in-place concrete. Distinctive features are the five massive and dramatic “Y” columns and the roof structure that is a series of sophisticated folded plates. The project team overcame many challenges in completing the complex concrete construction while maintaining focus, consistency, and quality.