An expansive circular aquarium is embedded in the ceiling, offering a view of the aquatic depths from below as light dances through the water.

Patricia & Phillip Frost Museum of Science (USA)

TX Active cement enhances sustainability

The Patricia & Phillip Frost Museum of Science in Miami, Florida, USA, covers 250,000 square feet (23,226 m²) and is divided into 4 buildings: a planetarium, an aquarium, and 2 separate wings for the science museum.

This ground-breaking structure utilised TX Active photocatalytic white cement from Heidelberg Materials' US subsidiary. The photocatalytic action eliminates the various pollutants – vehicle exhaust gas, flue gas from domestic heating, industrial discharges of chemicals, pesticides – which come into contact with the concrete surface, transforming them into substances which do not harm the environment. This allows the original aesthetic appearance of the structure or of the work to be preserved over time.

The precast concrete panels covering the museum facade and the planetarium were designed by Grimshaw Architects and produced by Gate Precast.

The Frost Museum broke ground in 2012 and opened in late 2016. This project is one of the largest and highest profile TX Active projects in North America.

Project Data

Rodriguez and Quiroga Architects Chartered | Grimshaw Architects | ArquitectonicaGEO
Architect
Skanska USA
Contractor
2016
Completion

United States

The exhibit displays a towering Tyrannosaurus rex model, poised as if caught in a roar with its teeth bared. Surrounding it are various smaller dinosaur replicas suspended mid-air and interactive educational displays, all set within a modern museum ambiance.

Patricia & Phillip Frost Museum of Science, USA. This ground-breaking structure utilised TX Active photocatalytic white cement from Heidelberg Materials' US subsidiary.

Ra-Haus | Patricia & Phillip Frost Museum of Science

A modern cafeteria with multicoloured chairs and tables is bathed in natural light from a large window, while round lights hang from the ceiling and a digital screen adorns the far wall.

Patricia & Phillip Frost Museum of Science, USA. This ground-breaking structure utilised TX Active photocatalytic white cement from Heidelberg Materials' US subsidiary.

Robin Hill | Patricia & Phillip Frost Museum of Science

The audience is seated facing a large screen that displays an intricate neuron network, symbolizing scientific exploration.

Patricia & Phillip Frost Museum of Science, USA. This ground-breaking structure utilised TX Active photocatalytic white cement from Heidelberg Materials' US subsidiary.

Interspectral_Valentin Mellstrom | Patricia & Phillip Frost Museum of Science

The interior of a planetarium with a detailed projection of Earth on the dome ceiling, seating arranged in concentric circles around the central display.

Patricia & Phillip Frost Museum of Science, USA. This ground-breaking structure utilised TX Active photocatalytic white cement from Heidelberg Materials' US subsidiary.

Ra-Haus | Patricia & Phillip Frost Museum of Science

A modern building interior features a curved, white ceiling extending over an interactive exhibition space where visitors engage with circular green and white educational displays about nutrition.

Patricia & Phillip Frost Museum of Science, USA. This ground-breaking structure utilised TX Active photocatalytic white cement from Heidelberg Materials' US subsidiary.

Patricia & Phillip Frost Museum of Science

modern, covered pavilion with curved structures and support columns overlooking a water body. Benches and planters are present, and lighting fixtures are installed on the ceiling.

Patricia & Phillip Frost Museum of Science, USA. This ground-breaking structure utilised TX Active photocatalytic white cement from Heidelberg Materials' US subsidiary.

Patricia & Phillip Frost Museum of Science

A contemporary interior showcases a multi-tiered layout with a translucent ceiling, bathing the space in daylight. The walls are lined with uniform square tiles, and the upper level features prominent circular windows.

Patricia & Phillip Frost Museum of Science, USA. This ground-breaking structure utilised TX Active photocatalytic white cement from Heidelberg Materials' US subsidiary.

Patricia & Phillip Frost Museum of Science

Patricia & Phillip Frost Museum of Science, USA. This ground-breaking structure utilised TX Active photocatalytic white cement from Heidelberg Materials' US subsidiary.

Ra-Haus | Patricia & Phillip Frost Museum of Science

A modern edifice with a sweeping curved roof stands out at dusk, its interior lighting accentuating the facade’s geometric patterns and expansive glass panels, against a cityscape of high-rises and verdant trees.

Patricia & Phillip Frost Museum of Science, USA. This ground-breaking structure utilised TX Active photocatalytic white cement from Heidelberg Materials' US subsidiary.

Robin Hill | Patricia & Phillip Frost Museum of Science

A view from an outdoor setting featuring a body of water and a distant city skyline. In the foreground, an architectural feature resembling an aquarium with fish decals creates the illusion of an actual fish tank within the structure.

Patricia & Phillip Frost Museum of Science, USA. This ground-breaking structure utilised TX Active photocatalytic white cement from Heidelberg Materials' US subsidiary.

Patricia & Phillip Frost Museum of Science

A contemporary outdoor structure with a white slatted roof permitting sunlight to pass through, upheld by curved steel supports. Visitors stroll on gray tiled flooring, encircled by glass railings and panels with geometric designs.

Patricia & Phillip Frost Museum of Science, USA. This ground-breaking structure utilised TX Active photocatalytic white cement from Heidelberg Materials' US subsidiary.

World Red Eye | Patricia & Phillip Frost Museum of Science