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]]> http://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/13872 Fri, 01 Feb 2019 09:15:00 -0500 https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/13872-nationalmuseum-by-wing%C3%A5rdhs-with-wikerst%C3%A5l-architects 1902-Wingardhs-Wikerstal-Architects-Stockholm-Nationalmuseum-01.jpg The Neo-Renaissance building is located along the waterfront on a peninsula in central Stockholm. Photo © André Pihl A shallow glass dome mounted on complex steel structures encloses the two courtyards, with the northern one now housing a sculpture court. Photo © Bruno Ehrs A shallow glass dome mounted on complex steel structures encloses the two courtyards, with the northern one now housing a sculpture court. Photo © André Pihl A sensuous modern stair leads to the sprawling, vaulted underground space for coat rooms and lavatories, which is now accessible. Photo © André Pihl A sensuous modern stair leads to the sprawling, vaulted underground space for coat rooms and lavatories, which is now accessible. Photo © Bruno Ehrs Covered since the 1930s, gallery windows have been exposed, and art is displayed on movable walls. Photo © André Pihl A sculptural elevator tower for transporting art and people is clad in woven oxidized brass and dominates the southern courtyard. Photo © André Pihl The bold wall-color selections were based on the original schemes for the museum and on the artworks in each room. Photo © Bruno Ehrs The bold wall-color selections were based on the original schemes for the museum and on the artworks in each room. Photo © Bruno Ehrs A number of design objects were created for the restaurant, including a glass. Photo © André Pihl The central stair is used for concerts, so that there are numbered seats in the steps. Photo © André Pihl Image courtesy Wingårdhs & Wikerstål Architects Image courtesy Wingårdhs & Wikerstål Architects Image courtesy Wingårdhs & Wikerstål Architects