Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art

"The museum comprises a number of independent structures that form a series of pavilions over and alongside the ponds. The two bridge buildings are located at opposite ends of the north pond. Galleries are contained in the Gallery Bridge while reception, dining and hospitality facilities are housed in the Entry Bridge " -- Safdie Architects

Architect Moshe Safdie placed the buildings at the bottom of the ravine to take advantage of the water and to preserve the mature trees that grew on the high ground. The overall effect is stunning.

For more information: http://www.architectureweek.com/2012/0201/design_1-1.html

http://www.greatbuildings.com/architects/Moshe_Safdie.html

http://www.archweek.com/2012/0201/index.html