Musée de design et d'arts appliqués contemporains
Musée de design et d'arts appliqués contemporains, Design and contemporary art museum in Lausanne, Switzerland
Description
MUDAC is a museum of contemporary design and applied arts in Lausanne, Switzerland. It occupies a modern white concrete building with glass facades, designed by architects Francisco and Manuel Aires Mateus at Plateforme 10.
History
The museum was founded in 1862 as the Industrial Museum, beginning with 2000 objects arranged in four sections. It underwent several name changes before becoming MUDAC in 2000.
Culture
The museum displays contemporary designs, glass art, modern jewelry, ceramics, and graphic works that reflect current artistic movements. Visitors encounter the breadth of today's creative practice across these fields.
Practical
The museum is located near Lausanne train station and offers temporary exhibitions and artistic events. Guided tours are available for different visitor groups, making the collections more accessible.
Did you know?
Every two years the museum exhibits works by Federal Design Prize winners. This makes it a key venue for recognizing and advancing Swiss design.
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