Switch House, Tate Modern, London



Architect
Herzog & de Meuron
Date Built
2016
Location
Bankside
Description






Jacques Herzog describes the building form as, "... something between a very rational form and a very irrational form, a pyramidal shape. It’s to do with the geometries of the land parcel, but also angles that will lead people into the galleries. .... Its twisting, pyramid-like shape will be a memorable addition to London’s skyline and will offer 60% extra space for visitors to explore. ...



... The façade uses brick to match the surface of the existing museum, while creating something radically new – a perforated brick lattice through which the interior lights glow in the evening. ....



....  From The Tanks on Level 0 you can go all the way up to Level 10 and enjoy the spectacular new roof terrace with 360-degree views of the river Thames, St Paul’s Cathedral and the dramatic London skyline. ....




- Take a look inside. -

The Tanks

... The new building is ten-storeys on top of The Tanks – the world’s first gallery spaces dedicated to live art, film and installations ....














"The interior of the new building features raw concrete folded into dramatic angles and will be a stunning new building in which to experience art."














The Restaurant





The Observation Deck









- The Construction Phase -