International architect Daniel Libeskind to design new Physics building

We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. You can change your cookie settings at any time. Otherwise, we'll assume you're OK to continue. International architect Daniel Libeskind to design new Physics building Durham University has selected the renowned international architect who produced the master plan for Ground Zero, New York, to design a new building for its world-leading Physics researchers. Daniel Libeskind, of Studio Daniel Libeskind (SDL) was also the architect for the Jewish Museum in Berlin, the Imperial War Museum North in Manchester, Denver Art Museum and the Run Run Shaw Creative Media Center in Hong Kong. The architect will design a new landmark building for Durham University's Ogden Centre for Fundamental Physics , which houses the University's internationally-leading Institute for Computational Cosmology and Institute for Particle Physics Phenomenology. Physics and Astronomy at Durham University were recently ranked in the World Top 50 in the prestigious QS World Rankings by Subject. The new building will ensure the best possible facilities continue to maintain the University's global profile for physics research and teaching.