The juxtaposition of the modernity of Czech architect Jan Kaplický’s design of the main museum with the restored Ferrari workshop makes for a marvelous set of bookends that describes Ferrari’s progression as a manufacturer. I can’t help but think that Kaplicky’s design (brought to fruition after his death by his protegé Andrea Morgante) considered the power of that; of showcasing the humble industrial-era workshop that was Ferrari’s foundations alongside the bold color and sweeping technological sophistication of the museum building.
On it’s face, I’m not terribly fond of this architectural style, despite it’s echoes of a Ferrari bonnet. But, this splash of hyper-modernism within the more gritty industrial landscape of this section of Modena makes such a powerful architectural statement not as a building, but as a part of the wider geography. It’s just incredible.
Oh, and there are Ferraris in it.
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8 replies on “Modena’s Ferrari Museum is Open”
All that money spent on the roof and who is going to see it from ground?
Yep another item on the bucket list.
Architecture driven by the power of the car…it’s incredible! Ferrari museum – must see! We love those babies!
Kinda crazy that they would pick yellow over red. Oh well. Not really being critical just commenting.
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this is really amazing. An excellent place to go for Ferrari lovers.
yeah its a really good car i really like it thanks.
yeah it is a really great car i personally like it thanks.