Set for a grand opening on January 31, 2010, the Art Gallery of Alberta by Randall Stout Architects presents a unique blend of construction materials to complement the natural beauty of Alberta. Adorning steel meshes with glass and zinc, the new art gallery also accommodates a restaurant and a gallery shop, together with a 150-seat theater and Art Education Center, allowing a versatile environment for diverse activities. Inspired by Edmonton, the capital of Alberta, the art gallery not only preserves different forms of art but itself becomes a piece of art as well. In the words of Niki Young,
The building stands as an icon of both its surroundings and its contents expressing this symbolism with a combination of reflective materials and an artificial ‘borealis’ white light installation which contrasts with the reflection of the dark night’s sky on the undulating stainless steel facade. A tribute to the natural beauty of Alberta.
