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The modernization of this historic Paris museum is driven by its preservation

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H2o Architectes and Snøhetta Architects collaborated on the renovation of the Musée National de la Marine, which sought to reimagine the visitor experience while respecting the original architecture. - Maxime Verret
Drawing on the museum’s content of maritime history, exhibition design practice Casson Mann designed ocean-inspired scenography. - Maxime Verret
New forms are characterized by curved and circular forms, in line with the space's existing geometry, and subtly reference the movement of water. - Maxime Verret

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The renovation of the Musée National de la Marine in Paris focused on restoring the historic building’s architecture while also improving the visitor experience.

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