The New Museum in New York has unveiled its major 60,000-square-foot expansion, designed by the architectural firm OMA, specifically Shohei Shigematsu and Rem Koolhaas. The project, which took a decade from architect selection to completion, required a two-year closure and doubles the institution's gallery space. It debuts with new commissions by artists Tschabalala Self and Klára Hosnedlová ahead of its public reopening on March 21st.
This expansion is a pivotal moment for the contemporary art institution, founded in 1975, significantly increasing its capacity to present and commission new work. The architectural project, led by a globally renowned firm, marks a major physical and programmatic evolution for the museum, enabling a more ambitious exhibition schedule and solidifying its role as a key venue for living artists in New York City.