This opening allows natural light to penetrate the space.

The column-free interior is quite different than the linear exhibition spaces in the existing building.

The proposal called for an underground extension to evoke the idea of looking for buried treasure.

Proposal for National Archeological Museum Athens by Kengo Kuma

Proposal for National Archeological Museum Athens by Kengo Kuma

Proposal for National Archeological Museum Athens by Kengo Kuma

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Proposal for National Archeological Museum Athens by Kengo Kuma

Proposal for National Archeological Museum Athens by Kengo Kuma