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Elton John's photo collection is exhibited at V&A with scenography reusing Chanel set materials

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Designed by EBBA studio, the scenography of ‘Fragile Beauty’ takes visitors through a sequence of thematic sections while ensuring that the photography occupies a central role. - James Retief
The scenography of ‘Fragile Beauty’ mainly consists of repurposed materials from a previous exhibition sets, which have been reused to create an entirely new experience. - James Retief
The creative placement of walls – curved, peeled, freestanding or completely plain – determine the exhibition’s wayfinding, imposing natural pauses as it progresses to distinct themes. - James Retief

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Designed by architecture firm EBBA, Fragile Beauty marks the debut of Sir Elton John and David Furnish’s photography collection, presented at the Victoria & Albert Museum.

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