Institut du Monde Arabe, Cultural center and museum in 5th arrondissement, Paris, France.
The Institut du Monde Arabe is a museum and cultural center with nine to eleven stories, distinguished by a striking glass structure with adjustable metal openings on its south side. These special window elements allow the building to regulate sunlight while creating geometric patterns that characterize its exterior.
The building was created in 1987 as part of a major French urban development project and embodied a partnership between France and eighteen Arab nations. It was designed from the start as a symbol of cultural and political connections between Europe and the Arab world.
The institute displays works and objects that document the development of Arab cultures and their expressions across different periods. Visitors can directly experience the artistic and craft traditions of these civilizations.
The building offers various areas to explore, including exhibition spaces, a library, an event hall, and a restaurant with views over the city. When planning a visit, allow enough time to leisurely browse through the different floors and collections.
The 240 light-sensitive metal openings on the south facade are more than just design elements - they function like a living filter that adapts to the time of day. This automatic adjustment allows the building to regulate its internal temperature without mechanical systems.
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