Portraits of some of the movers and shakers behind this ambitious project in America's mid-west were captured by photographer Chris Cone in the context of the opening ceremony: seen here, architect Zaha Hadid with the director of the CAC, Charles Desmarais.

Mark Stedtefeld, partner in the locally executing architectural office KZF Inc. (left), and Ed Gaskin from the offices of Zaha Hadid, on one of the impressive escalators.

Lois and Richard Rosenthal, the donators after whom the new building owes its name. The married couple and former publishers pit themselves with great commitment into cultural and social projects.