Evoluon
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The Evoluon is a former science museum erected by Philips in Eindhoven, the Netherlands. The building was designed by the architect Louis Christiaan Kalff, while the exhibition was conceived by James Gardner. The building was based on an idea by Frits Philips, who originally made a sketch of the building on a paper napkin. Frits Philips wanted to give the people of Eindhoven a beautiful and educational gift to celebrate the birthday of the company that bears his name.
The building is unique due to its resemblance to a landed flying saucer, which makes it look very futuristic. After the original museum closed down in 1989, the Evoluon was converted into a conference center in 1994.
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