The Sistine Chapel.
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The Guggenheim Museum, New York
“It was hard for me to select one space that I would consider as my favourite but having recently made a trip to New York, I was totally inspired by the Guggenheim Museum.
The fact that an art gallery need not be conventional in terms of interior space was extremely liberating. I was particularly inspired by the flow of the space and saw the exhibition as a journey.
I had seen the museum in numerous magazines and it always amazed me, but seeing it in person gave it a new dimension. The simplicity of the concept and the form of the interior and exterior blended so well.
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It was bold yet elegant. The scale was also manageable, which gave the space a sense of intimacy. The concept of walking around in a spiral, uninterrupted, was unique and innovative.
The light that filtered into the space was very conducive to viewing art. The ability to view people across the atrium was also very satisfying. The museum’s simple design was engaging and a great canvas to house inspirational artwork and exhibitions.”
Kristina Zanic, founding partner, design worldwide partnership
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