OMA . FABRICations architects . LOLA Landscape . renders: © Robota . photos: © Ossip van Duivenbode
The first residential tower of the Bajes Kwartier has been completed and occupied. The project transforms the former Bijlmer Prison into a new living quarter within the ring of Amsterdam. OMA is responsible for the masterplan and the design of five of the thirteen buildings planned for the site. Continue reading OMA
OMA . DDA – Devaux & Devaux architectes . renders: © Tegmark
With the ambition of becoming the European Capital of Culture in 2028, the Rouen Normandy Metropolis is developing its urban planning program “Heart of the Metropolis” through the rehabilitation of the city center, which includes the creation of a “museum district.” In this strong political context, the rehabilitation of the museum building aims to unify the collections of the Natural History Museum and the Museum of Antiquities. Continue reading OMA
OMA / Iyad Alsaka and Kaveh Dabiri . photos: © Marco Cappelletti
The 2025 Islamic Arts Biennale, titled And All That Is In Between, displays over 500 historical objects and 29 contemporary art commissions—more than double the content of the inaugural edition. Taking place under SOM’s Hajj Terminal canopy at Jeddah’s King Abdulaziz International Airport, the exhibition is divided into seven components that include indoor and outdoor areas: AlBidayah (“the Beginning”), AlMadar (“the Orbit”), AlMuqtani (“Homage”), AlMidhallah (“the Canopy”), AlMukarramah (“the Honored”), AlMunawwarah (“the Illuminated”), and AlMusalla, a space for prayer and gathering. Continue reading OMA
OMA David Gianotten @oma.eu . photos: © Marco Cappelletti @_marcocappelletti
The remodeled Gallery of the Kings at Turin’s Museo Egizio, designed by David Gianotten and Andreas Karavanas of OMA in collaboration with Andrea Tabocchini Architecture, was inaugurated by the President of Italy Sergio Mattarella during the museum’s bicentenary celebration. In contrast to the original black box gallery – designed in 2006 by scenographer Dante Ferretti – the new space provides context for the ancient Egyptian statues and aims to inform audiences about their original place of creation in Thebes, or modern-day Luxor. Continue reading OMA
The State Government of Western Australia has unveiled the design for the renovation of the Perth Concert Hall – a 51-year-old heritage-listed building of great cultural significance. OMA’s Australian office and Perth-based WITH Architecture Studio are together creating the new home for the West Australian Symphony Orchestra (WASO), featuring state-of-the-art rehearsal and performance infrastructure. The renovation will also expand the visitor experience with new public spaces, upgraded food and beverage offerings, and improved seating within the auditorium to achieve better sightlines. Continue reading OMA . WITH
