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Designing the Tate Modern

By Jackie Craven, About.com

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Transforming Tate Modern

Plans to Transform Tate Modern. Exterior view from the south, 2009

Plans to Transform Tate Modern include a new façade of perforated brick lattice. Exterior view from the south, 2009

Rendering © Hayes Davidson and Herzog & de Meuron
Architects Jacques Herzog and Pierre de Meuron have developed a design plan to transform the old power station once again, creating a new, expanded Tate Modern. The project is planned for completion in time for the London Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2012.

Design Plans for the Tate Modern

  • A new North/South route will lead from the Millennium Bridge through the building to Southwark
  • A new façade of perforated brick lattice will complement the original structure and will allow light to glow through
  • Relocated transformers, natural ventilation, and passive design will yeild greatly improved energy efficiency
  • Enormous oil tank chambers beneath the old power station will serve as a foundation for the new structure and also provide performance space

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