Massive ‘Petals’ Define Snøhetta’s Art Museum Campus in Austin

Snøhetta‘s new campus for the Blanton Museum of Art has recently completed, and brings with it a sense of modern, airy lightness.

On the edge of the University of Texas at Austin, the new buildings are bridged by a courtyard that features 10, 40-foot petal shade structures that have a delightful aesthetic quality, and also serve multiple purposes.

The perforated surfaces let dappled light come through, while also providing shade from the hot Texas sun. The petal shapes also capture rainwater, and send it to underground filtration systems.

The museum’s campus also features raised walkways that are landscaped with native plants, and add a sense of natural meandering and exploration.

Read more about the design on Dezeen.