Fondation Cartier is gearing up to unveil its new Paris location near the Louvre in 2025, transforming a historic Haussmannian building with the help of architect Jean Nouvel, who also designed its current glass-and-steel headquarters on Boulevard Raspail. Originally a luxury hotel and later an antiques gallery, this 19th-century site will offer over 21,000 square feet of exhibition space, blending historic charm with modern design. The space features mobile platforms that allow for flexible layouts, giving artists more freedom to shape their exhibitions.
As it celebrates its 40th anniversary, Fondation Cartier continues to push the boundaries of contemporary art. Known for showcasing talent like Sarah Sze, Ron Mueck, and Matthew Barney, the foundation has a reputation for embracing both established and emerging voices. A new podcast series, ‘Voir venir, Venir voir,’ delves into the foundation’s rich history, which began in Jouy-en-Josas in 1984 before moving to Paris a decade later.
Nouvel hopes the renovated space will inspire bold creativity. “A site like this calls for courage,” he said to Artnet, envisioning it as a place where artists can push their boundaries.
