Villa Carmignac, located on the serene island of Porquerolles in the French Mediterranean, has launched its seasonal exhibition 'Sea, Pop & Sun.' Founded by investment banker Edouard Carmignac in a repurposed farmhouse, the site operates under strict environmental regulations within the Port-Cros National Park. To preserve the island's landscape, the foundation constructed its expansive gallery spaces underground, featuring a unique water-filled ceiling that filters natural light into the subterranean rooms.
Managed by Charles Carmignac, the museum offers a sensory-driven approach to art viewing, requiring visitors to explore the galleries barefoot on cool stone floors. The current exhibition highlights Pop Art from the 1960s to the present, drawing from a collection that includes the largest private holding of Roy Lichtenstein works in France. The experience extends beyond the walls into a 15-hectare sculpture garden, emphasizing a slow-paced, immersive 'voyage' that contrasts with traditional urban museum visits.