National Hellenic Museum in Chicago, United States
Was designed by RTKL Associates Inc, National Hellenic Museum, that located in Chicago, United States, The museum is constructed with natural limestone and glass, materials that respond to the artistic and technological transitions Greeks have undergone from the Classical Age to the modern day.
The building incorporates historic architectural references such as a covered walkway, or stoa, found in classical pagan structures and natural wood accents and elements common to Byzantine monastic structures.
The 40,000 sq ft facility will include exhibit spaces, a research library, an oral history center, and administrative offices. The first floor will house the Calamos Great Hall, a 5,300 sq ft space for temporary exhibitions, private events and a museum store.
The second floor will contain the Halikias Family Exhibition Hall for permanent exhibitions, as well as an education center with classrooms and an art studio. The third floor will house the Gus and Mary Stathis Library, the Frank S. Kamberos Oral History Center, a recording studio and staff offices. A 3,600 sq ft rooftop terrace will offer city views and feature three gardens.
National Hellenic Museum design by RTKL Associates Inc
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