The architects
Rogers Stirk Harbour + Partners have been appointed as
the architects for the World Conservation and Exhibitions
Centre.
About Rogers Stirk Harbour + Partners
Rogers Stirk Harbour + Partners (RSHP) is one of the world’s
leading architectural practices. RSHP have won a number of
awards including the prestigious Stirling Prize in 2006 for Barajas
Airport in Madrid. The practice has offices in Madrid, Barcelona,
Tokyo and London.
RSHP have completed a number of high profile projects,
including the Pompidou Centre in Paris, Lloyd’s of London, the
European Court of Human Rights in Strasbourg and the National
Assembly for Wales, Cardiff.
At a time of concern for the global environment, RSHP is a
leading firm in sustainable architecture. The practice looks to
technologies that harness passive energy sources, systems that
reduce consumption and regulate harmful emissions, and renewable
resources.
RSHP’s approach to environmental issues mirrors the Museum's
ambition to reduce the environmental impact of its operations.
Image: Rendered view of the proposed World
Conservation and Exhibitions Centre on Montague Place.