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MARTa HerfordAbout the museumHerford, a small town in northwest Germany, created a sensation in the art world when in 2005 it opened its ambitious new museum MARTa. The striking building complex was designed by Frank Gehry, who used traditional regional red brick for its sinuously curving walls. The name reflects the three pillars of the center’s mission. “M” stands for the German word for furniture (moebel), which is combined with ART and a little “a” for ambience. MARTa is a laboratory exploring the fluid borders between art, design, architecture, and industry. More than just a museum of contemporary art and design, this dynamic institution is also an educational center and a forum for the performing arts. Heller at the museum The Frank Gehry Furniture Collection in the entrance area offers seating which harmonizes with the bold architecture. Images     Select a thumbnail above to view an image of you choice. Additional Information http://marta-herford.de Photographer Thomas Mayer http://www.thomasmayer.de |
