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The Judd Foundation will reopen Donald Judd\u2019s Architecture Office in Marfa, Texas, in September 2025, following an intensive restoration project.
\nThe restored space, which was previously damaged by a fire, will feature a new working exhibition and a living space with art from John Chamberlain and Alvar Aalto.<\/p>\n
Following an intensive restoration process that began in 2018, the Judd Foundation<\/a> is set to reopen Donald Judd\u2019<\/a>s Architecture Office in Marfa, Texas, to the public in September. The project is a crucial juncture in the Judd Foundation\u2019s long-term plan to preserve Judd\u2019s buildings in Texas, aiming to maintain his permanent living space and offices.<\/p>\n The Architecture Office, one of eleven Judd-related buildings in Marfa on the National Register of Historic Places,\u00a0 will provide the Foundation with programming venues, as well as accommodations for visiting researchers and staff. The years-spanning restoration was interrupted by a fire in June 2021; however, since then, the Foundation has progressed to the final phase, including the reinstallation of the building\u2019s collection in mid-2025.<\/p>\n Judd arrived in Marfa in the 1970s before embarking on a decades-long process of acquiring and renovating industrial and commercial sites to house artwork and studio space. Judd began purchasing downtown Marfa properties in 1973, culminating in\u201cThe Block.\u201d The full city block included large U.S. Army hangars where Judd installed artwork. Judd continued his initiatives through the early 90s, when the Architecture Office was bought.\n<\/p>\n The latest developments aim to realize Judd\u2019s core belief that the preservation of art and architecture is the preservation of history. Along with meticulously revitalizing the building\u2019s facade and interior, the renewed efforts also incorporated sustainable materials and energy-efficient systems, ranging from solar panels, insulated windows, and passive cooling.\n<\/p>\n Additionally, future visitors will gain access to a new working exhibition featuring Judd\u2019s architectural models, plans, and furniture, as well as a living space on the second floor. This new space will feature a permanent installation of six paintings by artist John Chamberlain and furniture by legendary designer Alvar Aalto.\n<\/p>\n