french firm moreau kusunoki and australian practice genton have won an international design competition to complete a landmark museum and cultural destination in sydney. the winning design was chosen ahead of 73 competing schemes, with other shortlisted studios including amanda lavete?s AL_A and steven holl architects. titled ?powerhouse parramatta?, the creation of the project will mark the largest investment in arts and culture in new south wales since the sydney opera house.

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conceived as ?welcoming and inclusive to the diverse communities of greater sydney?, the powerhouse parramatta will transform and renew the museum of applied arts & sciences, relocating one of australia?s oldest and most important cultural institutions. moreau kusunoki and genton?s winning design concept seeks to re-connect the river with the city, create generous open space where nature and people can interact, and present the museum as an innovative cultural platform.
 
 
oriented towards the riverfront, the design features a latticed exoskeleton that will allow the public to see glimpses of the exhibitions and collection from the outside and give museum visitors views of the city and river. at the core of the building, seven flexible presentation spaces will enable the museum to showcase its internationally-significant collection and host a dynamic program of changing exhibitions and immersive experiences. meanwhile, there will be places for re...