Seattle architecture firm Olson Kundig has unveiled a proposal for a museum dedicated to American musician Bob Dylan in Tulsa, close to a substantial archive of his belongings.
Olson Kundig will act as lead architect for The Bob Dylan Center, after the firm was selected in an international competition for the project spearheaded by George Kaiser Family Foundation (GKFF).
Together with the University of Tulsa, GKFF facilitated the acquisition of Dylan's substantial archive in 2016, amounting to 6,000 pieces, as well as the site for the centre.
Olson Kundig will collaborate with local firm Lilly Architects to create the centre, in addition to designing exhibits. Plains of Yonder will provide audio and multimedia experiences.

Plans for the new building include a central area with cafe chairs and tables, and a welcome desk. A colourful, purple and blue design will cover the walls. Above, a concrete-like construction supported by pillars will form an indoor pavilion. The dimly-lit space will also feature black storage volumes and dark walls.
"This is a deeply meaningful project for us ? not only acting as architectural support to Bob's transformational legacy and creative, disciplined force, but also in preserving the teaching value of his legacy for future generations," said Olson Kundig principal and owner, Tom Kundig, who worked closely with fellow principal Alan Maskin on the project.

Another area is designed for optimum acoustics, with a series of private wo...