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What is Tate modern?
What is Tate modern?
The city is located in an area called Southbank, which borders the southern bank of the River Thames. There is famous for the transformation of an area that was originally a warehouse district into a cultural arts district. The building, originally a thermal power station, was converted to take on the new museum.
Architecture
Architecture
Conversion design by Swiss architects unit Herzog & de Meuron.
Originally used as a thermal power station, it closed in 1981, fuelled by high oil prices and technological innovation. The council initiated a regeneration plan for the area. In response, the current Tate Modern design proposal was selected in a competition format. It was a pioneering project that created a new landmark in the Thames area, which had been a warehouse district and transformed it into an arts hub.
In 2012, a new building, Switch House, was built on the south exterior, also designed by Herzog & de Meuron.
The main hall takes on the role of a public space
The main hall takes on the role of a public space
The main hall, called the Turbine Hall after its existing use, is a six-storey atrium. The building was designed so that the main hall inside the building could be seen as a public space, where people could gather or casually pass by.
The main hall also functions as an entrance and is open to visitors free of charge.
Some exhibitions are free, others charge a fee and must be booked in advance.
Where you must go
Where you must go
Don't leave satisfied with the exhibition!
Go up to 6floor and take a window seat at the bar. You can enjoy a scone with clotted cream and jam (British style)
*Scones may not be on the menu. Ask the waiter, "Do you have a scone with clotted cream?"
Time to overlook St Paul's Cathedral and Millennium Bridge (designed by Norman Foster) is bliss.
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