The century-old former power station on Sacramento’s riverfront was completely renovated to house more than 27,000-sq-ft of exhibit space and provide an anchor for the Robert T. Matsui Waterfront Park. The new museum will serve as a catalyst for the reinvigoration of the waterfront, making the area safer and more inviting. The museum also contributes to a larger comprehensive plan of creating a dynamic, mixed-use urban space and redefining Sacramento as a center for innovation.
The west, north and south facades vertically divided into three horizontal sections—base, wall, and parapet. Restoration of the building’s main entry included reconstruction of the cast stone cartouche and rehabilitation of the 12x21-ft monumental doors.