Friday, March 6, 2009

Taubman Museum of Art

Architecture by Randall Stout Architects
Photograph by Tim Hursley

The new Taubman Art Museum in Roanoke is a delight!

I am not one to admire modern architecture. Yet I waited anxiously to see the space. I went as soon as I could and was amazed! The large size and functionality of the interior space took awhile to assimilate. The space is huge! The angles and views of the city and surrounding valley are grand.

This is a wonderful addition to Roanoke, and a "must see". The cafe is excellent, especially the Sunday Brunch. The art is familiar with a few new twists. The "hands on" room, the pocketbooks and the tattoos made the experience a bit different.