Rossi's design is an appropriately ironic comment on architectural permanence. The walls are clad with corrugated metal, which contrasts the two 26ft tall doric columns. Behind this grand portico is the stucco facade, framed by two brick fin walls. Inside are two floors of open display space. It is built to stand for only three years, it was built in 1989.

Second floor, looking from the foyer towards the demountable wooden pavillion intended for special exhibitions.

The gallery in its environment.

First floor, looking towards the entrance.

Entrance, the doric columns.

Stairwell