Building a new Ashmolean 
Supported by the Heritage Lottery Fund, the Ashmolean is currently undergoing a £61 million redevelopment. Award-winning architect Rick Mather has designed a new building to replace all but the Grade I listed Cockerell building. His design will double the existing gallery space, allow environmental control, and create a dedicated Education Centre and conservation facilities. Working in partnership with designers Metaphor, the Ashmolean's curatorial staff are planning a number of innovative new approaches to the display of the Museum's objects.
The Ashmolean will, at long last, have a world-class building to match its world-class collections
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