Circuit Makati is defining itself as one of the artistic centers in Makati. From its Samsung Performing Arts Theatre, the PowerMac Black Box Theatre, to the art galleries that have made Circuit Mall its home, the mixed-use development by Ayala Land has highlighted arts and culture as one of its main draws.
This is strengthened further with the construction of a new Contemporary Art center under the operational expertise of the Ayala Foundation, which manages the Ayala Museum and the Filipinas Heritage Library. The center is scheduled to open by 2027. The announcement of this project coincides with the 50th anniversary of Ayala Museum, and Ayala Corporation’s 190th anniversary, marking another significant milestone in an important year.
“Envision a space that serves as an experimental platform for artists to explore innovative concepts in response to the ever-changing world around us. A place that fosters curiosity and creativity, igniting a passion for the new and the now. This center will be a space that not only showcases contemporary art but also nurtures the creative spirit within us all,” said Ayala Foundation chairman Fernando Zobel de Ayala.
Designed to engage visitors of all ages, the contemporary art center will be the “epitome of new,” a platform exclusively dedicated to new art and new ways of thinking and creating. From the visual arts to immersive installations, performances, films, digital art, and interactive experiences, it will showcase and celebrate the full spectrum of contemporary creativity.
“We believe that an appreciation of Filipino culture and heritage is an integral part of national development. This upcoming contemporary art center is an expression of our enduring commitment to uphold the arts and culture as an important pillar of Ayala Foundation,” said Ayala Foundation president Tony Lambino.
The Contemporary Arts center will also serve as an anchor locator in Makati’s emerging creative district, situated by the scenic Pasig River. “This contemporary art museum completes Circuit Makati’s vision as a center for arts and culture. It is an iconic addition to the estate that not only anchors the arts alongside the performing arts theater, but also uplifts the entire community by inspiring creativity and innovation,” shared Ayala Land president and CEO, Meean Dy.
With its focus on contemporary art and being part of a larger creative district, the contemporary art center stands to benefit the immediate community surrounding Circuit Makati, an area that has had a history of being a center for artistic creation.
