# Iconic Museum Makeovers Plans Revealed for Upgrade of London's Tate Modern By TopDog | Published 2009-04-25 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/architectural-revitalization References: [maryelise](http://maryelise.com/blog/?p=1232) & [tate.org.uk](http://tate.org.uk/modern/transformingtm/) New designs for the Tate Modern Museum in London have been released for viewing. The project will the be first museum in the world to showcase a full spectrum of 21st-century art. With one of the world’s largest collections of [contemporary art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/muzej-lah), this [architectural masterpiece](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-for-architecture) aspires to be an example for further regeneration of the Southwark area. The site and surrounding areas of the [modern art museum](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-fondation-cartier) have been under development for the last few years. As a tourist attraction, the Tate is in the top three attractions in the UK. Development is scheduled to be completed for the 2012 London Olympic and Paralympic Games. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 71% | Activity: 38% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Modern Art Exhibition:** Opportunity to showcase a full spectrum of 21st-century art and redefine the museum experience. - **Architectural Regeneration:** Opportunity to lead the way in revitalizing urban areas through innovative design and community development. - **Tourism Attraction Development:** Opportunity to create unique and immersive experiences for tourists, driving economic growth and cultural enrichment. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Museum and Gallery:** Disruptive innovation to bring a new level of modernity and interactivity to traditional museum experiences. - **Architecture and Design:** Disruptive innovation to transform urban spaces and create iconic structures that blend with their surroundings. - **Tourism and Hospitality:** Disruptive innovation to offer tourists authentic and engaging experiences that go beyond conventional sightseeing. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Comprehensive Gallery Renovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dulwich-picture-gallery.md) - [Environmentally Harmonious Museums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/naoshima-new-museum-of-art.md) - [Artist-Home Gallery Museums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gainsborough-house.md) - [Museum Street Art Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/piranha-tank.md) - [Visual Museum Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/museum-campaign.md) - [High-Tech Center Renovation Projects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/centre-pompidou.md) - [Lakeside Modern Art Museums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/muzej-lah.md) - [Thailand International Modern Museums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dib-bangkok-museum.md) - [University Art Landmarks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/princeton-university-art-museum.md)