# Dynamic Canadian Museum Expansions Diamond Schmitt Architects Expands the New Brunswick Museum By Amy Duong | Published 2024-04-05 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-brunswick-museum References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2024/04/04/diamond-schmitt-architects-new-brunswick-museum-expansion/) & [dsai](https://dsai.ca/)  Toronto-based design studio [Diamond Schmitt Architects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diamond-adu) was tapped to create the latest New Brunswick [Museum](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lusail-museum) expansion located in Saint John, Canada. This is one of the oldest museums in the country and this project is done with the help of international studio EXP. The building was first formed in 1934 and the historic facade located on the eastern side facing the street is retained in order to stay rooted to its heritage. Diamond Schmitt Architects principal Donald Schmitt speaks about the design and its influence, stating "Taking inspiration from the museum's original site – one of the great vantage points in Saint John – our design embraces the rich history of New Brunswick's heritage and natural landscape." Image Credit: PLAY-TIME, courtesy of Diamond Schmitt ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.9/10 - Popularity: 3% | Activity: 2% | Freshness: 22% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Sustainable Museum Designs:** Incorporating eco-friendly features in museum expansions to align with growing environmental consciousness. - **Heritage-inspired Architectural Concepts:** Integrating historical elements in modern architectural designs for a blend of past and present aesthetics. - **International Collaborative Projects:** Fostering innovation through partnerships between local and international design studios for diverse perspectives in museum expansions. ### Who This Affects Most - **Architecture & Design:** Opportunities for architects to reimagine museum expansions with sustainable and heritage-focused approaches. - **Tourism & Cultural Heritage:** Exploring the intersection of tourism and culture by enhancing museum spaces with historical significance and cross-cultural influences. - **Construction & Engineering:** Adopting collaborative models to enhance construction practices in museum projects through global design partnerships. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sculptural Museum Expansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diller-scofidio-renfro1.md) - [University Art Landmarks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/princeton-university-art-museum.md) - [Artist-Based Residential Museums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charles-pachter.md) - [Artfully Inspired Home Renovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/north-drive-house.md) - [Weightless Pavilion Museum Wings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joslyn-art-museum.md) - [Renovated Museum Exhibition Wings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kengo-kuma-2.md) - [Architecturally Intricate Museums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-for-architecture.md) - [Harbour Artful Pavilion Extensions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sydney-modern.md) - [Mid-Century Style Montreal Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/residence-ave-duchastel.md)