Explore Friedensreich Hundertwasser's Art and Architecture at Kunst Haus Wien, Vienna's Unique Museum

The Kunst Haus Wien showcases the unique life's work of Vienna-born artist Friedensreich Hundertwasser. The museum, a prime example of sustainable architecture, features a permanent exhibition of his paintings, prints, and objects, alongside temporary exhibitions of contemporary art on its upper floors.

The Kunst Haus Wien, originally the Bugholzmöbelfabrik Thonet, was transformed by Friedensreich Hundertwasser between 1989 and 1991 into an extraordinary exhibition center celebrating his distinctive style. The building itself, with its irregular features, vibrant colors, and integration of greenery, embodies Hundertwasser's philosophy of sustainability and ecological pioneering, earning it the Austrian Eco-Label. The museum houses the only permanent exhibition of Hundertwasser's oeuvre, spanning over 170 works including paintings, prints, tapestries, and objects that illustrate his ecological principles, such as models of his designed facilities and his vision for integrated living spaces. In addition to the permanent collection dedicated to Hundertwasser's contributions as a painter, architect, and ecologist, the third and fourth floors of the Kunst Haus Wien are dedicated to dynamic temporary exhibitions of exciting contemporary art. Visitors can also experience Hundertwasser's connection to Vienna through nearby landmarks like the Hundertwasserhaus and the Fernheizwerk Spittelau. The ground floor features a museum store and Café Friedlich, offering a jungle-like atmosphere and Viennese culinary classics, including Hundertwasser's favorite nettle soup.

The standard ticket price is 16€. Discounted tickets are available through the Vienna City Card, which can be purchased online. The museum is open daily from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.