This structure will float between the water and the sky, creating a completely new experience for visitors. Water is to be fed to the outer edges of a funnel via solar-powered pump systems and from there, via the slopes, supply a water surface on which visitors can pass through the outdoor area of the exhibitions. The structure will float on stilts about 3 meters above the water level. The interior exhibition levels can be reached from the water via elevators and stairs. In addition, a self-supporting glass tube will provide horizontal access. The outer skin is to contain transparent elements with the same surface area, combined with solar cell-equipped, closed-looking façade elements that enclose a simple yet special architectural form. Especially when illuminated from the inside, a spectacular effect is achieved, which is multiplied by the reflecting water surfaces. Self-steering driving modules will enable visitors to circumnavigate the structure on the water and on the upper ground level.
A computer-controlled exhibition system is currently being developed, which will enable the exhibitions to be constantly replaced and restocked from the underground storerooms. Considering that the world’s best museums can only present a fraction of their collections, such systems would mean that these hidden treasures could finally be made public and, for example, that interested visitors could be inspired to make multiple visits.

Draft: 2018
Period: Future
Type: Design study, museum in modern architecture
Processor:
DRAFT: H. Heinze