V&A East Storehouse set to open to the public | blooloop
On Saturday 31 May 2025, the V&A East Storehouse opens to the public after 10 years of planning and audience consultation.
blooloop.comHere’s the latest on V&A East Storehouse based on recent reporting:
- The Storehouse opened to the public on 31 May 2025 as part of the East Bank cultural quarter in London’s Stratford. It’s designed by Diller Scofidio + Renfro and offers a unique “Order an Object” experience to view items from the collection onsite.[1][2][4]
- Since opening, coverage has highlighted the Storehouse as a behind-the-scenes access point to the V&A’s collections, with visitors able to book appointments to see a wide range of objects, from mid-century furniture to historical garments and artworks.[5][10][1]
- Early reception has framed it as a new model for public access to national collections, emphasizing personalization and immersive experiences rather than a traditional museum visit; there’s also anticipation around the second V&A East site, the V&A East Museum, planned for spring 2026.[3][10][1]
If you’d like, I can pull a concise timeline of key milestones (opening date, major programs, notable objects ordered) or summarize critical reception from specific outlets. I can also share a short list of must-see objects reportedly popular via the Order an Object service.
Sources:
- V&A East Storehouse opening and experiences (ArtDaily)[1]
- Blooloop coverage on opening and experiences (Order an Object)[2][3]
- Additional context and reviews (Artnet, Guardian, Yahoo UK)[8][10][5]