# Extended Museum Sculpture Gardens The NOMA Extension by Reed Hilderbrand is Wholesome and Artistic By Kalin Ned | Published 2019-07-22 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/museum-sculpture-garden References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2019/07/17/noma-sculpture-garden-expansion-reed-hilderbrand/) & [reedhilderbrand](http://www.reedhilderbrand.com/) American landscaping firm [Reed Hilderbrand](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lodes-1) designs a stunning extension of a museum sculpture garden that doubles the outdoor space in size. It opens up avenues for exploration and contemplation to visitors. The work is commissioned by the New Orleans Museum of Modern Art ([NOMA](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mushroom-garum)). Reed Hilderbrand created a 280-feet-long pathway that individuals can walk on to explore the artistic elements of the revamped museum sculpture garden. The architectural landscaping work boasts a submerged walkway, as well as an outdoor theatre. These new additions will surely do wonders in engaging the public. Moreover, it creates a connection between human beings, water, and a reshaped lagoon. Worries of rising levels have been strategically addressed as Reed Hilderbrand installs weir cuts across to counter the potential problem of flooding. Photo Credits: [Richard Sexton](https://richardsextonstudio.com/biography/), R. Alokhin ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 64% | Activity: 52% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Outdoor Sculpture Gardens:** The extension of museum sculpture gardens provides opportunities for immersive outdoor experiences and exploration. - **Architectural Landscaping:** Incorporating architectural elements and design into outdoor spaces offers a unique and engaging environment for visitors. - **Resilient Water Management:** Addressing potential flooding issues through strategic installations and environmental planning ensures a sustainable and secure landscape. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Landscape Design:** The landscape design industry can embrace the trend of creating extended museum sculpture gardens to provide unique and immersive outdoor experiences. - **Art and Culture Institutions:** Museums and art institutions can explore the opportunity of expanding their outdoor spaces to enhance visitor engagement and create connections with nature. - **Environmental Engineering:** The environmental engineering industry can leverage the trend of resilient water management to offer sustainable solutions for managing water resources in urban landscapes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Aquarium Park Extensions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lmn-architect.md) - [Art Garden Sanctuaries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/calder-gardens.md) - [Nature-Inspired Artful Garden Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/henderson-art-garden.md) - [Botanical Public Garden Updates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leach-botanical-garden.md) - [Harbour Artful Pavilion Extensions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sydney-modern.md) - [Weightless Pavilion Museum Wings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joslyn-art-museum.md) - [Sculptural Museum Expansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diller-scofidio-renfro1.md) - [Outdoor Floral Sculpture Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculptures-at-kew-gardens.md) - [Nature-Inspired Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/humannature-1.md)