New Main Entrance and Foyer
The new Main Entrance Foyer, designed by Studio.SC, was officially opened to the public on 3 February 2025.
Situated directly below the existing forecourt, visitors can enter from the Sculpture Garden on the west, and from Poppy’s café and underground visitor car park on the east, meeting at the new lower level of the building.
This design enhances access for all visitors, providing protection from weather and easy navigation between the new galleries and outdoor spaces.
In this Foyer, light is admitted through the Oculus, a circular skylight. From above, visitors may look down to the new Main Entrance Foyer, while from below visitors can look up for a glimpse of the famous dome of the Hall of Memory.
The Main Entrance Foyer will include:
- Visitor Information services
- Lifts servicing all levels and ensuring accessible entry to galleries
- Conference and event rooms
- Theatre
- Onsite shop
- Cloakroom
