Art Paris 2026 Returns to the Grand Palais, Framing Language and Reparation Within an Architectural Landmark | ArchDaily

Save this picture!Art Paris 2025, Grand Palais. Image © Marc DomageWritten by Reyyan DoganPublished on March 26, 2026 Share ShareFacebookTwitterMailPinterestWhatsappOrhttps://www.archdaily.com/1040018/art-paris-2026-returns-to-the-grand-palais-framing-language-and-reparation-within-an-architectural-landmark Clipboard "COPY" CopyArt Paris will return to the Grand Palais from 9-12 April 2026, marking the 28th edition of the fair at the recently renovated landmark. Reopened following its most extensive restoration in over a century, the 77,000-square-meter building, transformed under the direction of Chatillon Architectes, now accommodates large-scale cultural events across its nave and balcony spaces. Bringing together approximately 165 galleries from around twenty countries, the fair is structured around two curatorial themes, language and reparation, presented within an updated spatial framework defined by improved circulation and expanded exhibition areas.+ 2 Save this picture!Le Grand Palais Renovation / Chatillon Architectes. Image © Charly Broyez for Chatillon ArchitectesOriginally constructed for the 1900 Universal Exhibition, the Grand Palais has undergone a comprehensive transformation aimed at restoring its original volumes while adapting the structure to contemporary use. The renovation reopens previously inaccessible areas, introduces new exhibition spaces, and improves visitor circulation throughout the building. Following the partial reopening of the Nave durin...