"Critics described the new galleries as 'too dark and yet too bright; too dour; too solid; not LA enough,' reflecting a range of negative first impressions."
"The museum's design was critiqued for creating a 'hotel-lobby-like experience' where art felt secondary to the space itself, lacking a didactic approach."
The opening of the David Geffen galleries at LACMA featured a week of VIP events, culminating in a press preview attended by journalists and critics. Initial reactions were largely negative, with critics describing the space as too dark, too bright, and lacking a distinct Los Angeles feel. The museum's design, which includes 110,000 square feet of galleries, was critiqued for its hotel-like atmosphere and a focus on visual engagement over educational content. The plaza was also noted as barren, contributing to the overall mixed impressions of the new space.
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