The Cleveland Museum of Natural History celebrated the grand opening of its multiyear $150 million transformation earlier this month. The expanded campus now spans over 375,000 square feet (after adding 58,000 square feet), including 2 acres of outdoor visitor areas, and features reimagined exhibits.Designed by DLR Group, the flowing white architecture seeks to reflect the geological history of Northeast Ohio, echoing the glaciers that shaped the Great Lakes. Image courtesy Cleveland Museum of Natural History.Image courtesy Cleveland Museum of Natural History.The building design earned LEED v4 Building Design and Construction, New Construction (BD+C NC) Platinum certification, a U.S. first for museums. Sustainable features include 37% reduced indoor water use, 32% energy savings, native vegetation restoration, bird-friendly design, and over 75% waste diversion.Image courtesy Cleveland Museum of Natural History.Image courtesy Cleveland Museum of Natural History.Partnering with ex...