Germanisches Nationalmuseum

GERMANISCHES NATIONALMUSEUM Nuremberg, Germany Artificial Lighting, Daylight & Lighting Control

The gallery building of the Germanisches Nationalmuseum, dating from the 1920s, has been extensively renovated according to the plans of the State Building Authority. The renovation included a comprehensive refurbishment of the roof and the glazing of the ceiling skylights above the first floor, allowing the halls of the gallery building to be illuminated primarily by natural daylight again. The upper light halls now house a diverse collection of paintings, sculptures, and art objects, presented in a continuous sequence of rooms. This renovation carefully considered both conservation and perceptual physiological aspects to enhance the visitor experience.