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After more than seven years of careful work, the Judd Foundation is set to reopen Donald Judd’s Architecture Office in Marfa, Texas, to the public in September 2025. The restoration, which began in 2018 and faced a major setback after a fire in 2021, marks a milestone in the Foundation’s ongoing efforts to preserve Judd’s vision and legacy in the desert town he transformed into a global art destination.

A Landmark of Art and Architecture

The Architecture Office is one of 11 Judd-related buildings in Marfa listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Originally purchased by Judd in the early 1990s, the office was part of his decades-long process of acquiring and repurposing industrial and commercial spaces across Marfa to house art, studios, and research facilities. The building will now serve as a venue for public programming, exhibitions, and research residencies, further embedding Judd’s influence into the cultural landscape of the region.

Restoration with Sustainability in Mind

The years-long restoration included a meticulous revitalization of both the façade and interiors while incorporating sustainable updates. The project added solar panels, insulated windows, and passive cooling systems, merging preservation with environmental responsibility. In mid-2025, the Judd Foundation began reinstalling the office’s collection — a key step in readying the space for visitors.

What Visitors Can Expect

When the building reopens on Saturday, September 20, 2025, visitors will have access to:

Judd’s architectural models, plans, and furniture in a working exhibition.

A second-floor living space featuring a permanent installation of six paintings by John Chamberlain and furniture by Alvar Aalto.

Spaces designed to host visiting researchers, staff, and public programs, ensuring the site remains a place of active cultural production.

Preserving History, Preserving Vision

Judd, who first arrived in Marfa in the 1970s, believed deeply that preserving art and architecture was synonymous with preserving history itself. With the reopening of the Architecture Office, that belief continues to resonate—bridging the past and the future through one of the most influential artistic legacies in American history.