H Architecture, P.C.
D'strict (Client)
HC Desging Group
One Lux Studio
TYLin Group (Silman)
HKC Engineering
Turner & Townsend (CBRE)
Design2147
Currently under construction, Arte Museum New York at Chelsea Piers represents a significant expansion of this visionary concept. The 53,000-square-foot space is poised to become a premier cultural destination, transforming a nearly 100-year-old waterfront structure into an immersive digital art environment. The historic nature of the building and its location over water present unique challenges, necessitating a highly coordinated approach to address structural and environmental complexities. This project aims to blend the old with the new, creating a harmonious and dynamic space for visitors.
H Architecture has been a key player since the schematic design phase and currently manages the Construction Administration phase. Their role ensures the seamless integration of Arte Museum’s advanced audiovisual systems into the architectural framework. Due to the project’s specialized requirements—including precise coordination for projection mapping, soundscaping, and interactive elements—extensive collaboration with the client and consultants has been crucial. By developing detailed architectural solutions that accommodate the museum’s sophisticated exhibition spaces while preserving the structural integrity of the existing pier, H Architecture is successfully navigating construction complexities. Arte Museum New York promises to deliver a refined and immersive artistic experience that will enhance the city’s cultural landscape and reinforce Arte Museum’s global reputation as a leader in digital art experiences.