The International Center for Contemporary Art “La Malmaison” has opened its doors in Cannes.

La Malmaison, an international center for contemporary art, has opened its doors in Cannes on the famous Boulevard de la Croisette. The historic building has been completely renovated, expanded, and beautified.

Following the revitalization led by the Municipality, the new art center now boasts three times the exhibition space (from 207 to 600 m²), dedicated to hosting world-renowned collections and extraordinary loaned works of art.

The art center includes a multipurpose room, a bookstore, and a panoramic terrace overlooking the Mediterranean. It is fully accessible to people with reduced mobility.

Currently, an exhibition titled Luxe, calme et volupté is on display, which can be visited until April 20, 2025. The show, celebrating works inspired by Mediterranean landscapes, features works by 56 artists, including Cézanne, Monet, Renoir, Picasso, and Combas.

David Lisnard, Mayor of Cannes, stated: “La Malmaison is a symbol of the Municipality’s cultural ambition, and thanks to the major expansion and renovation work, it has been transformed into an international center for contemporary art. We have reimagined the spaces, tripling the exhibition area, enhancing the facade while preserving its historical identity, and opened a rooftop with a breathtaking view of the bay.”

La Malmaison, located on the Croisette, had not undergone structural renovations for decades. Built in 1864 by architects Vianey and Blondel and reconstructed in 1901, the building represents the last vestige of the Belle Époque on the Croisette.

Main Renovation Works:

• Expansion of exhibition areas across three levels.
• Creation of a tea room and a panoramic rooftop with views of the Croisette and the Mediterranean. The rooftop can accommodate up to 199 people and is covered by a modern structure made of wood and zinc.
• Opening of a multipurpose room.
• Installation of a bookstore specializing in contemporary art.
• Creation of a rest area and locker rooms for staff.
• The villa retains its historic facade, enhanced by a night lighting system. The main entrance has been highlighted with the restoration of original moldings and the preservation of marble floors.
• For the safety of the works, 51 surveillance cameras and a dedicated control room have been installed.

The exhibition spaces are equipped with advanced air treatment, lighting, and climate control systems, making La Malmaison suitable for hosting works from the world’s leading cultural institutions.

The total investment for these works, including infrastructure interventions, high-level renovations, and new installations, amounts to €10,948,633.97.

The new art center will host three exhibitions per year:

1. An exhibition dedicated to an emerging international contemporary artist.
2. An exhibition featuring an established contemporary artist with global recognition.
3. An exhibition on a modern artist connected to the history of the French Riviera.