10 June 2008
David Chipperfield Architects appointed by Royal Academy of Arts for 6
Burlington Gardens, London
David Chipperfield Architects have been appointed to redevelop and refurbish
the Royal Academy of Arts’ building at 6 Burlington Gardens, one
of the most significant High Victorian buildings in central London.
Royal Academy of Arts North Elevation : David Chipperfield
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Designed by Sir James Pennethorne for the University of London in the
1860s, 6 Burlington Gardens has been part of the Royal Academy estate
since 2000 and currently functions largely as a temporary venue. The building
is situated to the rear of the Royal Academy's Burlington House headquarters
on Piccadilly.
The project will provide the Royal Academy with new exhibition space for
contemporary art shows, education facilities including a new 250 seat
auditorium, shops, and a restaurant, and also allow all Royal Academy
staff to be accommodated on site for the first time.
This is not the first time David Chipperfield Architects have made design
proposals for the building, having previously done so during its occupation
by the Museum of Mankind in the 1980s.
David Chipperfield Architects have already begun a feasibility study for
the project, which will be completed in September. The project is scheduled
to complete in 2012.
Royal Academy of Arts,
London: Burlington House, Piccadilly
Phone: 020 7300 8000
Nearest tube stations: Piccadilly Circus or Green Park
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