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A 4 page paper which examines the inside and outside of the
Kimball Museum. The Museum of Fine Arts in Boston is compared as well. Bibliography
lists 3 sources.
Page Count:
4 pages (~225 words per page)
File: JR7_RAkimbll.rtf
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most cases the building which houses the art is a piece of art itself. Such is the case with Kimball Museum. This building, designed by Louis Kahn, is at first
glance, perhaps, a stark and basic building. But, upon closer examination we see many subtle, and powerfully artistic, uses of space and design. With that in mind the following paper
examines the Kimball Museum, describing some of its interior and exterior space. The paper then briefly examines the design additions which are in the works for the Museum of Fine
Arts in Boston. This work is being designed by Foster and Partners. Kimball Museum From a distance the Kimball Museum seems to be nothing more than an airplane
hanger design, or a design which perhaps houses industrial workers. But, upon closer examination one notices many strong elements of design which truly make this museum work from an architectural
and artistic standpoint. Perhaps the first thing a viewer will note is the powerful symmetry of the building. The roof is rounded with each section, almost like an airplane
hanger, as mentioned. But this is somewhat divided by an entrance which cuts into the elongated domed shaped roof. And, surrounding the exterior of the museum are reflecting pools which
serve to offer a very strong visual foundation for the rounded linear shapes of the building. There are also powerful pieces of art which are at the entrances, which further
softens the apparent industrial nature of the architecture. Upon entering the museum one is struck by the soft glow that exists throughout the building. There are multiple floors which
are often open to below, and skylights which help to diffuse strong light, yet create enough light to truly examine the works of art that are being exhibited. The
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