A subterranean white structure that dances with the prehistoric earthen trenches of Japan’s history.
Two parallel railway bridges between Årsta and Södermalm in Stockholm, Sweden.
Featured in Foster + Partners's definitive monograph, Norman Foster: A Life in Architecture.
Visitor Guide
Don't miss the 8.5-meter-high 'Aomori-ken' (Aomori Dog) sculpture by Yoshitomo Nara in the outdoor trench area.
Aleko Hall, a four-floor atrium housing Marc Chagall’s massive ballet backdrops.
Open 9:30am–5pm. Admission is 510 yen for the permanent collection; special exhibitions are extra.
The museum's floor-to-ceiling white brick structures land in trenches cut in a geometric style to resemble archaeological excavations.
2-3 hours
Design & Structure
Jun Aoki took inspiration from the nearby ruins, using a 'concave/convex' dialogue between white cubes and exposed earthen walls.
White-painted bricks, exposed earth floors, and massive glass panels in the central atrium.
The building utilizes a complex system of interlocking trenches and structures to achieve a 'unified whole' between site and museum.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who designed Årstabroarna?+
Årstabroarna was designed by Foster + Partners. It is located in Stockholm, Sweden.
Where is Årstabroarna located?+
Årstabroarna is located in Stockholm, Sweden. Its coordinates are 59.3092°, 18.0439°.
Can I visit Årstabroarna?+
Årstabroarna is a real building in Stockholm that can be viewed from the outside. Check local information for interior access and visiting hours. Use the Parametric Atlas walking tour feature to plan a route that includes this building.