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Beijing Art Museum

Beijing · Museum

Snøhetta's Beijing Art Museum radiates outward from a central core into petal-shaped gallery volumes, a sculptural massing that frames views of the surrounding Tongzhou district while responding to the metro line running beneath the site.

Last verified Jul 12, 2026
3.5 yrs to delivery
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AnnouncedBreaking GroundConstructionOpening SoonNow Open
2025
Start
Est 2029
Completion
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The story so far
Announced 2025 est.
Broke ground 2025
Under construction Dec 31, 2025Broke ground Dec 31 2025 (ArchDaily); Snøhetta + BIAD spiraling-gallery design revealed Jan 14 2026; 2029 completion
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Expected opening 2029 est.
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About the project

Snøhetta's Beijing Art Museum radiates outward from a central core into petal-shaped gallery volumes, a sculptural massing that frames views of the surrounding Tongzhou district while responding to the metro line running beneath the site. A large circular atrium anchors the plan, drawing visitors inward and organising a spiralling sequence of galleries, storage, and support spaces around it. Lens-like, rippled glass façades wrap the exterior, softening the edge between architecture and landscape and forming an accessible public realm at the museum's base. Conceived as a multidisciplinary institution spanning fine art, intangible cultural heritage, fashion design, and contemporary practice, it is one of the largest cultural buildings in the capital's eastern sub-center and Snøhetta's second major cultural commission in the city.

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Where is Beijing Art Museum located?

Beijing Art Museum is located in Beijing.

When will Beijing Art Museum be completed?

Beijing Art Museum is under construction, with completion expected in 2029 (a TMW estimate).

Who is developing Beijing Art Museum?

Beijing Fine Art Academy is the developer behind Beijing Art Museum.

Who designed Beijing Art Museum?

Beijing Art Museum was designed by Snøhetta, Beijing Institute of Architectural Design.