Diseño de Museo de Arte Moderno para Bucaramanga

Abstract

Bucaramanga presents a significant lack of cultural facilities capable of meeting contemporary artistic needs, which has led to public disinterest in art and a weakening of local cultural identity. In response, this project proposes the design of a Museum of Modern Art for Bucaramanga, conceived as an integrative space that promotes artistic appreciation, social interaction, and the strengthening of regional identity. The project was developed through a design-based approach, including normative and legal studies, as well as theoretical analyses of museum architecture, museography, and museology. These were complemented by the review of national and international references that guided the definition of spatial, functional, and technical criteria suited to the local context. The result is a comprehensive architectural proposal that integrates exhibition, educational, and recreational areas within a flexible and accessible configuration capable of adapting to the city’s cultural dynamics. Its design emphasizes the symbolic representation of Santander’s landscape through the forms and textures of its facades, projecting a contemporary identity while preserving its connection to the natural environment. Overall, the project demonstrates that architecture can serve as a vehicle for cultural expression and a catalyst for social interaction, offering a modern, inclusive, and meaningful space for the inhabitants and artists of Bucaramanga.