The newly launched Shanghai’s Museum of Glass, has opened to help Shanghai relaunch as a cultural and creative centre, having opened 100 museums in a decade. German architectural firm Logon (based in Shanghai) handled the architecture of the museum, whilst Coordination Asia was in charge of the overall concept. The Museum has been created within a former glassmaking workshop with black lacquered glass used for the interior whilst the existing structure has been left untouched. The interior’s black glass reflects the LED lights and screens positioned throughout the museum. This effect emphasizes the transition glass has taken throughout time. Various medias have been used in an effort to create an interactive and participatory museum where the story of the glass is the main attraction.

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Story by Sarah McKenzie