Frac Bretagne building

Frac Bretagne is a contemporary art museum located in the Beauregard district of Rennes, France. The building displays a striking black exterior with varying surface treatments and provides approximately 5000 square meters of exhibition halls, storage facilities, a specialized library, and spaces for events and public programs.

The building opened in 2012 following designs by architect Odile Decq. It represented a significant moment for France, as it was the first contemporary art museum constructed after the establishment of regional arts funding.

The museum presents contemporary art through rotating exhibitions featuring both regional and international artists. You can see how today's creative practices address current themes and concerns.

Entry to the building is through the ground level, which connects to underground areas below. The different floors are linked vertically, so you can move through the spaces fairly freely, though some sections like storage areas are restricted to visitors.

A large vertical void runs through the entire height of the building, shaping how you move through it. This central empty space connects the underground storage levels to the library above, creating an unusual spatial experience.