Tech Museum of Innovation San Jose, California
The 132,000 SF museum is divided among themed galleries that focus on innovation, the Internet, the human body, and exploration.
Location
San Jose, California
Sector
Arts
Service
Architecture
Client
San Jose Redevelopment Agency
Status
Completed
Size
132,000 SF; 1.4 Acres
A 299-seat domed IMAX theater is the architectural and programmatic center of the facility and is served by an adjacent café, gift shop, and large public lobby/atrium. The lobby space features exhibit space, both stationary and suspended from the ceiling. The building also contains a variety of public meeting rooms and staff offices. As Executive Architect on the project, Steinberg Hart worked closely with Design Architect Legorreta. Steinberg Hart has continued to provide ongoing architectural services for the museum.