atelier 37.2: the space of art for MAK

‘the space of art’ by atelier 37.2 located in vienna, austria images @ nicolas guiraud

an original creation for the MAK museum of vienna, austria, this installation ‘the space of art’ was produced by french firm atelier 37.2. transport crates once used for art from the museums collection of contemporary art are transformed into flexible compact accommodations. previously exhibited artists are integrated into the conception with their names stamped and displayed on the sides of the variously sized wooden crates, ranging in scale to produce a makeshift sofa or bed.

overview of exhibition

visitors are invited to climb the adjacent stairs and have an impromptu pillow fight or take a nap amongst the packing peanuts and assorted pillows. life is then instilled within the crate’s lapsed purpose and transformed into functional furniture for a pleasant lounge experience.

crates feature the different artists of the MAK contemporary art collection

in regards to the project the micro-architecture specialists state: ‘we like the idea of an installation combining various layers of significations together with a playful and ephemera geography of art (instead of a history). to suggest unlikely encounters between artists, artworks (both invisible) and the public. the space of art is working with the enigma related to each artist and its work.’

a variety of sizes allow different experiences

visitors lounging within the crates

stairs allow visitors to access the crates

crate detail

video © nicolas guiraud