"The David Geffen Galleries, a hulking, curving concrete building that spans Wilshire Boulevard, has been likened to an amoeba and has inspired both praise and polarization."
"Michael Govan hailed Peter Zumthor's work as of the future and past at the same time, describing the building as accessible, sublime, new, and different."
"The project has generated seemingly endless controversy since planning began in 2006, with critics condemning its appearance and questioning the practicalities of hanging art on concrete walls."
"Despite concerns over funding and the shrinking gallery space, the mood on Wednesday was jubilant as Govan introduced the press to the nearly finished product."
The David Geffen Galleries at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art have been unveiled after a $724 million revitalization project. Designed by architect Peter Zumthor, the building features a unique, amoeba-like shape and spans 110,000 square feet. The project has faced criticism regarding its design and the reduction in gallery space. Despite past controversies and funding challenges, the museum's director, Michael Govan, expressed optimism about the building's future role in the art world, emphasizing its accessibility and innovative design.
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