The Eloise W. Martin Galleries were redesigned as part of an extensive master plan for the Art Institute of Chicago. With their design, the architectural firm Barozzi Veiga has given the galleries a forward-looking character.
Our lighting is designed such that both the rooms and the exhibits are illuminated from the ceiling. This is complemented by largely concealed light components in the vitrines. We were actively involved over the course of the project, assisting with the design, planning details, sampling, and setting up the lighting on site. In addition, we also advised on the influence of natural daylight coming from adjacent rooms.
Over 300 objects from the museum's outstanding collection are on view in the galleries, among them furniture, silver, ceramics and glass made between 1600 and 1900.