Set to open on May 31, 2025, the V&A East Storehouse in London's Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park redefines museum archives by allowing public access to collections. Visitors can engage with over half a million items, including significant objects like a section of Robin Hood Gardens. Designed by Diller Scofidio + Renfro, the Storehouse features spaces for conservation work and immersive displays, fostering a culture of creativity and collaboration. This model shifts from traditional storage to one that emphasizes visibility and public interaction with art and history.
V&A East Storehouse transforms traditional archives by inviting public interactions and offering hands-on programming along with access to over half a million items.
Diller Scofidio + Renfro's design blurs the lines between archive and civic space, allowing for conservation processes to be viewed and appreciated by visitors.
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