Architects weren’t able to alter the exterior of this building due to the city’s (Tomar, Portugal) historic preservation ordinances but that didn’t stop them from transforming it from within creating a rather unusual venue for exhibitions, meetings and other events.
Image courtesy of EMBAIXADA arquitectura
Architects converted the 150 year-old former Queen Theater into Austin Museum of Art’s new Arthouse. While drastically remodeled with a modern facade complimented with LED lighting, the structure does retain much of its original features such as stucco murals and exposed wooden ceilings.
Image Courtesy of Michael Moran
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