Even though the economy is in the
and we all feel like we're sitting on
,
Richard Shaw's Porcelain Books and Cards Sculpture at MADthere are still parties to go to and things to celebrate.
On September 18
th, the French Bank,
BNP Paribas, had its annual shindig at 2 Columbus Circle, the site of the yet to be opened
MAD, Museum of Arts and Design. The building designed by Brad
Cloepfil is beautifully designed inside. From 1964 until 2005, the marble clad, Edward
Durrell Stone designed building stood in its place as an iconic modernist building that housed the art collection of Huntington Hartford, the heir to the founder of A&P Supermarkets.
Before and After
Stone's structure was on many people's and organizations' lists for historic landmark designation: Robert A. M. Stern included it in his 1996 article for the New York Times entitled, "A
Preservationist's List of 35 Landmarks-in-Waiting", the National Trust of Historic Preservation called it "one of America's most endangered historic places", and it was on the World Monument Fund's list of 100 Most Endangered Sites for 2006.
The Former Interior
The Present Interior
The champagne was flowing, and the drinks and
hors d'oeuvres were plenty.
Our host, Helene
Penido and her husband,
Joao took time out to be snapped for
KromStyle.
Party Photographer in Action
Other Guests Enjoying the Museum and Reception
It was quite thrilling to gain access to 2 Columbus Circle before its official opening, and see its transformation.
MAD will have a Grand Public Opening on Saturday, September 27
th and Sunday, September 28
th from 10:00 until 5:00, and admission is free! Note to those avid shoppers out there: The museum gift shop has a very nice selection of jewelry and gifts.
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xoxo,
Krom
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