Situated in the dynamic Polanco neighborhood of Mexico City, Museo Jumex, designed by the David Chipperfield Architects, redefines the relationship between contemporary art and urban space.
Completed in 2013, this building is one of the most significant contemporary art museums in Latin America. It houses the Colección Jumex, one of the largest private contemporary art collections in the region.
The museum's design is notable for its use of local materials and its response to the urban context. The building is constructed from travertine stone sourced from Veracruz, which lends it a solid, sculptural quality reminiscent of indigenous Mexican architectural traditions. The structure is set on a triangular plot and features a distinctive saw-tooth roof, which allows natural light to flood the top-floor galleries.
The building's design emphasizes openness and interaction with the surrounding city, with large floor-to-ceiling windows that connect the interior spaces with the urban environment. Inside, the museum is organized over several floors, with the primary exhibition spaces located on the upper levels, while the lower levels accommodate social and community spaces.
Since its opening, Museo Jumex has gained international recognition for its ambitious exhibitions and public programs, establishing itself as a key institution in the contemporary art scene in Mexico.
