Louisiana State Museum and Sports Hall of Fame
"While sports and regional history may appeal to different audiences, the exhibits and configuration explore interconnections between the two," explained the architects.
"The spaces flow visually and physically together, configured to accommodate state-of-the-art exhibits, education and support functions," they added.
Using the fluid geometries of the nearby Cane River as a guide, the architects centred the spaces around a generous foyer that curves through the heart of the building, dividing two galleries on the lower level and leading to a third above.
The white stone surfaces can be used as screens for film projection, plus there's also a first-floor balcony overlooking the city square.
The museum's exterior envelope is a simple rectilinear volume, clad on all sides by pleated copper panels that form louvres.
"The louvred skin controls light, views and ventilation, animates the facade and employs surface articulation previously achieved by architectural ornamentation," said the architects.
The building was recently nominated for awards at both the World Architecture Festival and the Inside Festival, which took place in Singapore earlier this month.
Photography is by Tim Hursley.
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