Kengo Kuma's vision for a historic expansion In a bold move to redefine the National Gallery's purpose and reach, Kengo Kuma and Associates, in collaboration with BDP and MICA, have embarked on Project Domani. This ambitious £750 million campaign aims to transform the gallery's historic structure, creating a new wing that will house an expanded collection extending beyond 1900. The project is set on the site of St Vincent House, a strategic location that has been earmarked for expansion for nearly three decades. The design by Kengo Kuma was selected from an international competition, praised for its exemplary approach to integrating modern architectural elements with the gallery's storied past. This extension will ensure the gallery's financial sustainability through a robust endowment.
Design Highlights
Integration of modern architectural elements with historic structures. Creation of new spaces to accommodate an expanded collection. Strategic use of the St Vincent House site for optimal expansion. Focus on long-term financial sustainability through endowment.
Key Facts
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Architect | Kengo Kuma and Associates |
| Location | London, UK |
| Year | 2025 |
| Status | Competition |
| Budget | £750 million |
