![]() The new building will allow us to show more of our Collection, while the Oil Tanks promise to be some of the most exciting spaces for new art in the world. ![]() ![]() Nicholas Serota, Director, Tate said: “Tate Modern is responding to changing forms of art and to the changing expectations of visitors. The Oil Tanks will also act as innovative social and learning spaces, as well as being equipped for a diverse programme of live performances and events, including a crush bar and full back of house facilities. A further series of neighbouring galleries will provide a range of new spaces for works from the Tate Collection, including two raw concrete galleries and a unique steel-lined gallery. They are now being transformed into what promise to be some of the most exciting new spaces for art in the world. These massive industrial chambers have lain unused since the power station was decommissioned. They will provide us with a dedicated home for the latest developments in art practice and research, and reflect the evolving way the gallery is used by artists, curators and the public.” These spaces can better accommodate our evolving live art programme than the traditional white box of the gallery. Architecturally they are fantastic raw spaces, which are being carefully converted for public use without losing any of their unique industrial character. Chris Dercon, Director, Tate Modern said: “The Oil Tanks will give visitors a new way to explore and experience art at Tate Modern. ![]() These are enormous circular spaces covering over thirty metres across and seven metres high. Tate Modern has announced Phase 1 of the development of new galleries which will include the opening of the former power station’s spectacular Oil Tanks. Launch will coincide with 2012 Cultural Olympiad. ![]()
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