A contemporary art center should break down barriers between artists and the public
Working with FACT, Actual Architecture Co. designed a framework plan and multiple projects for Bemis Center, an internationally recognized artist-in-residence program and a contemporary art gallery in Omaha, Nebraska. Following the institution’s goal to promote open dialog about art and civic engagement, we organized the diverse program around a series of public galleries, artist work spaces, artist-designed gardens, and public outdoor spaces in the center of the former warehouse district.
FACT and Actual Architecture Co. have completed several projects throughout a long-term relationship with Bemis. The most recent is LOW END, a new venue for artists working in and around experimental music, and a connected recording studio. Under construction now is the Grotto, an artists’ green room for LOW END. This book documents several projects and many years’ work by Actual Architecture Co. and FACT at Bemis Center. Purchase the book now from Actual FACT Books.
Table of Contents
09 Working with BLUEBARN
15 The Client
21 Project Approach
24 Flexibility without Neutrality
40 Sustainable Urban Community
48 Loose Design Team
58 Handmade Digital Architecture
67 Project Process
68 Project Funding
72 Project Delivery
78 Project Data and Credits
82 Awards and Publications
84 About Actual Architecture Co. & FACT
