19th October, 2005
With the installation of an unusual construction site sign, Dr. Ing. h.c. F.
Porsche AG, Stuttgart, started construction of its new museum, an
undertaking that represents the company’s most spectacular architectural project
to-date. The sign itself, in the form of a round sculpture located in the middle
of Porscheplatz, shows pictures from the company’s history and provokes interest in
the future building. At a cost of EUR 50 million, a museum that is sure to grab
attention due to its extraordinary design. It is based on the designs of
Vienna-based architect Delugan Meissl and it is taking shape at the company’s head
office. A dynamically formed, monolithic body appears to hover over the ground
and the first floor of the building. If the building initially appears unusual
to observers, this only serves to increase its charm.
With a surface
area of around 5,000 square metres, the museum will alternately display 80
valuable historical vehicles and other exhibits from the history of the company.
The exhibition will mainly concentrate on the period from 1948, when Porsche
built its first own-brand sports car. A chronological overview will show the
company’s product history. Special subject areas will provide extensive
information, for example on Porsche’s motor sports activities, particular
vehicles or the numerous development projects. An historical sports cars
workshop and the archive will provide further interesting insights. The museum,
which is expected to be opened in 2007, will also provide an extensive range of
catering services, a museum shop, and a spacious conference area that can be
used to host events.
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