Audain Museum Facts and Features

The video discusses the construction of the Audain Museum in Whistler, focusing on the challenges and solutions involved in building a structure that can withstand environmental factors like flooding and heavy snowfall. The museum's design incorporates innovative architectural and engineering techniques, such as elevating the building on steel columns and using a steeply pitched roof to manage snow loads. Completed in 2016, the museum has received numerous architectural awards and serves as an inspiration for future artists.

What is the primary concern when owning a large and priceless art collection?

• Finding a buyer

• Keeping it a secret

• Ensuring a safe environment for storage and display

• Displaying it in multiple locations

What unique feature does the Audain Museum's design include to integrate with its forest setting?

• A glass dome

• Cladding in local wood

• A rooftop garden

• A mirrored exterior

How is the Audain Museum protected from potential flooding?

• By constructing a moat

• By elevating it on six towering piers

• By building a dam around it

• By using waterproof materials

In what year did the construction of the Audain Museum begin?

• 2010

• 2016

• 2013

• 2015

How high is the Audain Museum elevated above the ground?

• 10 feet

• 12 feet

• 20 feet

• 16 feet

What is the purpose of the special pitched roof on the Audain Museum?

• To collect rainwater

• To provide additional space

• To reduce snow accumulation

• To enhance aesthetic appeal

What material is used to clad the roof of the Audain Museum to help snow slide off?

• Wood

• Plastic

• Glass

• Painted metal

What is the angle of the roof pitch on the Audain Museum?

• 45 degrees

• 60 degrees

• 30 degrees

• 50 degrees

What year was the Audain Museum ready to open?

• 2015

• 2016

• 2014

• 2017

What has the Audain Museum achieved since its completion?

• It has become a tourist attraction

• It has won numerous architectural awards

• It has expanded its collection

• It has been relocated