Commercial
Cultural Art Gallery
A gallery space blending contemporary design with heritage architecture to celebrate art and culture.
Year
2023
Location
Paris, France
Type
Commercial
Area
8,750 sq ft
Services
Commercial Spaces
Planning & Styling
Furniture & Material
A Contemporary Exhibition Space Where Architecture, Design, and Artistic Expression Converge to Elevate the Visitor Experience
The Breief
The vision for the Cultural Art Gallery was to create a contemporary space that could celebrate art in all its forms while providing visitors with an immersive and memorable experience. The client sought a gallery that was not just a neutral backdrop but an architectural and design statement in its own right—an environment that enhances the presence of the artworks while remaining elegant, functional, and timeless.
Scope of Work
Arrus approached the project by first understanding the needs of both artists and visitors. The spatial flow was designed to accommodate a diverse range of exhibitions, from large installations to intimate showcases, ensuring flexibility without sacrificing cohesion. A refined palette of materials, including polished concrete, oak, and glass, was selected to strike a balance between contemporary minimalism and warmth. Lighting played a critical role in the design, with a combination of natural skylights and adaptable artificial systems that highlight artworks while shaping the mood of the gallery. Furniture and display elements were designed and curated with a focus on simplicity, allowing the art to remain the central focus, while every detail—from acoustics to circulation—was carefully crafted to enhance the visitor’s journey through the space.
