Well-Spent Sunday at Art:1

8:13 AM Ferlita Feliana 8 Comments

Call me an old-fashioned, but I really love going to an art gallery or a museum.

I love seeing those paintings, sculpture, and all the other things, although I don't really understand art, hahaha.

But who cares as long as I enjoyed it right?

Designed by Sardjono Sani (Kemang Icon), Art:1 was finally completed in 2011. The modern minimalist architecture building reveals a total space of 4,000sqm which is home to Art:1 New Museum and Art Space:1. The monochromatic white grey building stands almost invisible with a red gate entrance made of steel. Inside, only a streak of black and red has been added. These are the only colors that continue through the heart of Art:1. White wash walls permeates throughout in order to accommodate and support the artworks on display. On the lobby foyer stands a commissioned artwork by artist Sunaryo titled “Titik Jeda” (Crossing Point). The artwork describes the philosophy of Art:1 and its vision for building a strong infrastructure for art in Indonesia. The result is a beautiful form where art, people and structure are integrated as one. The work has also inspired the Art:1 logo and our slogan, ‘Art For Everyone’.

Art:1 New Museum features a more conventional, rectangular design which is straight forward and easy to navigate. The three floors of exhibition spaces are supported by a skylight that runs all through the levels providing a connection throughout the space while utilizing plenty of natural light for ergonomic viewing. Art Space:1 provides a more contemporary feel with exposed beams, video rooms and hidden corners, encouraging viewers to explore, interact and be curious not only through its collections but also through the individually designed three levels of art space. The first floor opens to a wide area for information point and a bar service.