MVRDV’s Enormous Mirrored Art Storage In Rotterdam, Depot Boijmans Van Beuningen

The bowl-like form measures almost 40 meters in height, and features a tree-filled rooftop garden. Its exterior comprises almost 7,000 square meters of glass subdivided into 1,664 mirrored panels. “Its reflective facade wears the trappings of whatever surrounds it: people passing by, Museumpark’s leafy grounds, the clouds, and Rotterdam’s dynamic city skyline,” explains a statement from the firm. “Thanks to this reflection, the building is already fully integrated into its surroundings,” they continue. “It enlivens its surroundings while establishing strong relationships with the park and neighboring buildings.”