The new wing of the Darwin Centre at the Natural History Museum, which opened last week (Tuesday, to be exact), is the world's largest sprayed concrete, curved structure, and cost £78 million to build. In contrast to the traditional, Victorian building of the Natural History Museum, the 'Cocoon' looks infinitely more modern, yet not imposing. It challenges the traditional perception that people have of the Natural History Museums architecture and attempts to highlight the work of the scientists, presumably by showing the transition from traditional to contemporary in both architecture and science.
I love the minimalist approach to the design of the new wing, and the simple smooth exterior which needs no embellishment. The sheer scale of the building adds impact to the building, and interestingly, despite its size, it manages to look effortless and light.
On my annual trip to London in December, this is something that is definitely on my must-see list.
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