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The building ’ s iconic design hides a number of special technological solutions , with its arched wings supported by a post-tensioned structure used in the construction of bridges . This represents a rare application of the technology in public buildings , not only in Hungary but in the whole of Europe .
The Museum of Ethnography is already recognized as one of the most exciting contemporary buildings on the continent . Evidence of that , it was voted Best Mega Futura Project of Europe at the MIPIM Awards 2017 , and has won the fiercely contested title of World ’ s Best Architecture at the 2018 International Property Awards . The project was one of over 1,700 entries from 115 countries , scrutinized by a judging committee chaired by four UK Lords , as well as over 80 global experts .
The new functions and flexible spaces of the modern and stateof-the-art museum building will facilitate the understanding of the historical heritage embodied by the collection , as well as the various aspects of contemporary society . Besides passing down this historical heritage , the realization of more recent professional and research themes and perspectives continues to be among the priority objectives of the museum , as confirmed by its mission . The creatively built spaces will open up new opportunities to communicate with visitors , enabling the presentation of the everyday objects , phenomena , and ideas of the past and the present , side by side .
The spaces of the new building also reflect the functions and methodological attitudes of 21st century museum operation : social dialogue , community operation , participation , accessibility , diversity , polyphony , inclusion , transparency , sustainability , and experientialism . The purpose-built museum was designed with maximum consideration for the required functions , and thus
facilitates the large-scale , modern , user-friendly operation of the institution to a significant degree . It also provides a visually enticing and diverse display of mankind ’ s material and spiritual heritage , as well as the collection comprising Hungarian and international material .
Technical sheet The new Museum of Ethnography - Budapest , Hungary Architecture Design : FERENCZ , Marcel - NAPUR Architect Ltd
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