Seattle Asian Art Museum Expansion
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Team
Architect
LMN Architects
Contractor
BNBuilders
Stats
PROJECT TYPE
Museum
COMPLETION
2020
PROJECT SIZE
13,905 ft²
MKA ROLE
Structural Engineer
Seattle, WA
Seattle Asian Art Museum Expansion
Marking the first major renovation since its construction in 1933, the architecturally sensitive and deferential modernization, expansion, and seismic strengthening of this Art Deco museum seamlessly integrates old and new structure on a sloping site. Located in historic Olmsted-designed Volunteer Park, the project adds 11,500 ft² of new space for galleries, conference rooms, a conservation lab, a community art gallery, educational programming, and 2,000 ft² of space for loading and receiving. ![Image of Seattle Asian Art Museum Expansion](https://www.mka.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/A2071_00_N5_indesign-jpg.webp)
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Seattle Asian Art Museum Expansion
Image Credit: Magnusson Klemencic Associates, Tim Griffith
Awards
Honorable Mention - Honor Awards for Washington Architecture - American Institute of Architects - Seattle Chapter