Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art
Ford Learning Center
Information
- Location Kansas City, Missouri
- Size 14,370 SF
- Completion 2005
- Services Arts and Culture
- Project Type Education Centers, Arts and Culture, Museums, Libraries
BNIM designed the Ford Learning Center as part of the overall renovation of the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. The space triples the existing area devoted to educational programs. Massive steel doors mark the entrances to the wings of the Ford Learning Center. Once inside, the design is youthful, yet sophisticated. A neutral palette allows the artwork to take center stage. Color is accented at each of the seven classrooms where the signage and entrance design have been developed to provide a cheerful wayfinding system appealing to both children and adults.
People
Team
- Hans Nettelblad
- Greg Sheldon
- Casey Cassias
- Tom Nelson
- Christopher Mitchell
- Thad Elliot Miguez
- Erik Heitman
- Mia Lechlitner
- Kristin Long
- Erin J. Dries
- Kathleen Ayers
- Bob James
- Rick Bailey
- David W. Grimes
- Lara M. Owens
Client
The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art
Media
Awards
AIA Kansas
Honor Award, Interiors
2007
