
selldorf architects and STUDIOS architecture win competition to transform the louvre
the project introduces new public entrances, landscaped moats, and underground galleries that reconnect the louvre’s historic eastern facade with the city of paris.
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diller scofidio and renfro (DS+R) is an interdisciplinary design studio based in new york city that integrates architecture, the visual arts, and the performing arts. with a focus on cultural and civic projects, the firm aims to address the changing roles of institutions in developing cities. the practice is now led by four partners—founder elizabeth diller and ricardo scofidio, who started the firm in 1981. they were then joined by charles renfro and benjamin gilmartin.

the project introduces new public entrances, landscaped moats, and underground galleries that reconnect the louvre’s historic eastern facade with the city of paris.





the hall is designed as a contemporary 'art barn,' merging studios and exhibition spaces.




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International Furniture Design Competition Asahikawa [IFDA] deadline: december 11th, 2026