The building combines two elementary functions: it is a warehouse and exhibition centre in one. This requires a perfect interplay of security and accessibility, which could be realised with customised door technology from Geze.
A new approach to works of art
The public art depot of the Boijmans Van Beuningen Museum in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, looks impressive. With its curved glass facade and green roof, it stands out from its urban surroundings and yet blends in perfectly with its surroundings thanks to over 1,500 exterior mirrors. But the building is not just an innovative structure on the outside. It is also a storage and exhibition centre for over 150,000 works of art. A special feature is the sorting of these works of art. It is not art periods, but the requirements of the objects in terms of storage, humidity and room temperature that determine the arrangement. On 6 floors and in 5 climate zones, the Boijmans Van Beuningen depot offers completely new ways of discovering works of art.
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A building like this requires a sophisticated combination of energy efficiency, security and the smooth management of visitor flows. These challenges were overcome with Geze door technology specially adapted to the building.
Enjoying art safely and undisturbed
A place of art is also always a place where people should have the opportunity to experience this art. As little as possible should distract visitors from viewing the objects. However, the safety of people and art must be guaranteed in equal measure, especially because the depot houses highly sensitive objects. The solution is provided by the Slimdrive SL NT automatic sliding door systems from Geze. They can be connected to the fire protection concept as well as to the escape route security system and enable accessibility through the building. Quiet and barely noticeable, they guide the flow of visitors and make a visit to the depot a safe experience for the works of art and their viewers.
A place of art and a work of art itself
Judith Dillen / Hystrix
The museum depot is undoubtedly a work of art in its own right, with architecture that is as sophisticated as it is unusual and a complex construction method. The challenge is to fulfil the requirements of a public building and yet have as little impact as possible on the appearance of this work of art.
This is especially true when it comes to securing the access points on the outer facade, such as the restaurant with a green terrace on the roof of the depot. This is why the safety version of the Slimdrive SL RC/WK2 from Geze blends unobtrusively and harmoniously into the mirrored surface of the external facade.
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The elegant design drive is adapted to the futuristic architecture of the depot and colour-coordinated with its surroundings. The drives are seamlessly integrated into the design. This means that the appearance of the building is not disturbed despite the certified burglar resistance and rod locking in the door system.
It's special, but with restraint
The Boijmans Van Beuningen Museum Depot is a perfect interplay of restraint and uniqueness. The Geze products also blend discreetly into the depot itself, contributing to the special character of the building, which is something quite extraordinary both architecturally and in terms of its function.
