Faurschou Foundation

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Faurschou Foundation
This Greenpoint warehouse conversion transformed an industrial space into a sophisticated contemporary art gallery designed to museum standards. The project preserved the building's raw character while creating a versatile exhibition environment with precise climate control, specialized lighting, and flexible display configurations to accommodate diverse artistic works.

The Challenge

Converting an industrial warehouse into a museum-quality gallery space required addressing numerous technical and aesthetic challenges. The building needed comprehensive infrastructure improvements while maintaining its industrial character. Specific challenges included designing sophisticated climate control systems for artwork preservation, creating versatile lighting solutions for diverse exhibition needs, developing acoustically optimized spaces for sound installations, and ensuring proper load capacity for large-scale sculptures—all while meeting the facility's sustainability goals.

Our Solution

Our team implemented a comprehensive approach to transform the warehouse: - Preserved and enhanced the building's industrial character with exposed structural elements - Installed museum-grade climate control systems for precise temperature and humidity regulation - Designed flexible lighting systems with adjustable tracks and specialized fixtures - Created modular wall systems that can be reconfigured for different exhibitions - Implemented acoustic treatments that maintain the raw aesthetic while optimizing sound quality - Reinforced structural elements to support large-scale installations and sculptures - Integrated sustainable systems including energy-efficient lighting and climate control - Collaborated closely with curators to ensure the space met their exhibition requirements

Results

The completed Faurschou Foundation gallery has become a significant addition to Brooklyn's cultural landscape. The space successfully balances industrial character with museum-quality exhibition capabilities, creating a distinctive environment for contemporary art. The flexible configuration options allow for diverse exhibition formats, from intimate displays to immersive installations. The gallery has received positive recognition from artists, critics, and visitors for its thoughtful design and technical excellence.

Project Details

  • Location
    Greenpoint, Brooklyn, NY
  • Completed
    2020
  • Client
    Faurschou Foundation
  • Architect
    Studio MDA
  • Size
    7,500 sq ft
  • Services
    General Contracting, Specialty Lighting, Climate Control