Laboratory of Architecture/Fernando Romero

Opens Feb. 28, 2009 Heinz Architectural Center The ambitious work of young Mexican architect Fernando Romero and his practice, LAR (Laboratory of Architecture), is explored in this exhibition of 20 key projects. Illuminated models are complemented by large photographs of Mexico City that depict the context for much of Romero’s work. Informed by his studies of Mexico City and the U.S./Mexican border, Romero responds to the challenges and hopes of Mexico with new building forms, imaginative structures, and concepts for civic space. Romero is also currently working on projects in the United States, Europe, and China. The programs of the Heinz Architectural Center are made possible by the generosity of the Drue Heinz Trust. General support for museum’s exhibition program is provided by The Heinz Endowments, the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, and Allegheny Regional Asset District. www.cmoa.org