On View through December 30, 2011

The Lobby Gallery of the I.M. Pei designed office tower at 499 Park Avenue is now graced with an exhibition of works by Friedel Dzubas and Dan Christensen.  The paintings are on loan from two Manhattan galleries The Loretta Howard Gallery and Spanierman Gallery respectively.

The Lobby Gallery is open to the public seven days a week from 10 AM to 6 PM.  The exhibition is on view through December 30, 2011, in the upper and lower atrium of the Lobby Gallery providing tenants and visitors with a dynamic and inviting display of  to enjoy and contemplate as they pass through the space. 

For a sneak preview of the exhibition and to download the exhibition essay  click here

Hines is a privately owned international real estate firm involved in real estate investment, development and property management worldwide is the sponsor of the exhibition. Hines supports local cultural activities as an expression of ongoing commitment to excellence in the visual arts and architecture. 

Exhibiting artwork in commercial venues such as this can become a valuable tool for developers and property managers to market their buildings in today's competitive environment. Art adds to the cachet of a building, and can support branding and leasing efforts.  Art helps set a building apart from its competitors, and provides a unique amenity for existing and prospective tenants.  Art not only visually enhances a property, it is a powerful and cost-effective way to communicate and and can generate positive media coverage about the building.  Art demonstrates a firm's commitment to support local culture for the benefit of the community.