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EXCITING PROJECT MILESTONE: PRINCETON UNIVERSITY ART MUSEUM

We are thrilled to share Celia’s news: as Global Head of Exhibition Design at Adjaye Associates Celia was responsible for the design development of the new suite of 22 architecturally embedded display cases for the Princeton University Art Museum.
Designed to integrate art directly into the architecture of the museum, these state-of- the-art cases, conceived by Adjaye Associates and detailed under Celia’s leadership, transform circulation spaces into active learning and exhibition environments. Highlights include four monumental double-sided glass cases along a 24/7 public campus walkway—showcasing works currently studied in art history courses—creating a live connection between academic life, students, and the museum’s collection. In the Great Hall, additional corner cases serve as inviting gateways into the galleries, echoing the architectural spirit of Louis Kahn’s Exeter Library by framing art as discovery.
Developed in collaboration with Goppion Museum Workshop in Milan, the suite features advanced engineering, including staff-accessible double-sided cases, a custom “L”- shaped pull-and-slide model, and a six-meter electric-actuated case designed for a historic stained-glass window. Minimal framing, custom bronze detailing, and fully adjustable integrated LED lighting ensure a refined and museum-grade display environment.

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CELEBRATING OVER 25 YEARS!

Starting in 1998 with Celia’s designs for Dennis Oppenheim’s house and studio in East Hampton, NY, we are honoring 27 years of practice with an important acknowledgement of our collaborators.
Imrey Studio would like to express our sincere gratitude and appreciation for the design team members who have given their valuable expertise and support to our projects and practice over the years. A big thank you to each of you for your time, creativity and dedication.

And a special mention goes to Tim Culbert, whose vision and design talent shaped Imrey Culbert and its legacy.

KIGALI SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY CENTRE
Kigali, Rwanda

Imrey Studio was invited by Adjaye Associates’ Ghana-based office to be the museographer for the 2024 international competition for the 120,000 sq ft Kigali Science and Technology Centre in Kigali, Rwanda. The competition project, located within Kigali’s educational technology campus, involves the designs for a place to celebrate Rwanda’s unique contribution to scientific and technological advancements in Africa and the world, and features a deep dive into exploring the rich but under-represented history of traditional African science. The Centre’s mission is to inform and inspire the next generation of African scientists by celebrating pan-African historic scientific achievements from the birth of humanity through Egyptians to modern day. Imrey Studio provided Design Assist as well as the museography of the displays.

EDGARTOWN YACHT CLUB RACQUET AND FITNESS CENTER
Edgartown, MA

Imrey Studio was hired by the Edgartown Yacht Club to provide a master plan, feasibility study and concept designs for an upgraded and more inviting and accessible racquet and fitness campus. The project includes the renovation and expansion of the 6,000 sf historic clubhouse that was originally built in 1926, a new 8,000 sf fitness center, tennis facility upgrades across the 3.7 acre site, and a renovated parking court. Featured designs include upgrading the clubhouse for sustainable environmental conditioning and lighting, and the creation of a third “signature” vaulted EYC space dedicated to member health and fitness.

KISTEVOS MUSEUM NEW GALLERY
Budapest, Hungary

Imrey Studio is pleased to announce we are part of Lina Ghotmeh Architecture’s shortlisted team for the Kistevos Museum Competition. The museum, Norway’s renowned art and heritage destination set in a beautiful landscape sculpture park and former paper pulp mill site, has announced the shortlist for its invited competition to create a landmark new gallery. Among the internationally acclaimed teams selected, Imrey Studio joins a world-class group in the competition to design a site-specific and sustainability-driven addition to the museum’s celebrated art campus. The new museum building is set to open in 2031.

Archpaper – Kistefos Museum competition shortlist

UNITED STATES NAVAL WAR COLLEGE
Newport, RI

Imrey Studio has been engaged by Brent D. Glass and Associates to provide assessment, planning guidelines, and design services for key components of “Project 150,” a long-range campus revitalization plan for the Naval War College in Newport, Rhode Island. The project will infuse the historic college with new life, highlighting important cultural assets previously hidden from view and improving the campus to heighten the sense of community. On the boards: feasibility study and concept designs for a 170,000 sq ft Warfighting Center and a 60,000 sq ft Naval Heritage Center that includes a museum, archives, and visitor center.

HELSINKI MUSEUM OF ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN
Helsinki, Finland

Imrey Studio was invited by the London office of an international architecture practice to be the museographer for their team for the Helsinki Museum of Architecture and Design international competition. The competition involves designs for a new cultural center that celebrates Finland's rich heritage and contribution on the world stage of architecture and design, as well as offer a center of learning and exchange for the contemporary design community. Imrey Studio provided Design Assist as well as the museography of the displays.