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Theatre of arches

Theatre of arches

Neri&Hu’s design for the Cultural Arena at New Bund 31 Performing Arts Center makes a strong impression through differentiated spaces.

Aural awakening: ARM’s Sydney Opera House Concert Hall renewal

Aural awakening: ARM’s Sydney Opera House Concert Hall renewal

In one of its biggest projects to date, ARM Architecture has completed the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall renewal. And it looks and sounds extraordinary.

Who can resist a Greek column? Temple of Boom comes to NGV gardens

Who can resist a Greek column? Temple of Boom comes to NGV gardens

Time periods collide in the Temple of Boom, the latest Architecture Commission, set to grace to gardens of the NGV this summer.

This art centre emerges like an egg from a cocoon

This art centre emerges like an egg from a cocoon

Inspired by nature, the Nest Art Center in Shenzhen is the latest architectural icon for the fourth largest city in China.

Interval Architects Reinterpret The Past With Tower Of Bricks

Interval Architects Reinterpret The Past With Tower Of Bricks

A former brick kiln in Hengshui, China has been referenced and reinterpreted by Interval Architects with a new brick-faced observation tower at an art centre.

Snøhetta’s Helical Design Chosen For Shanghai Grand Opera House

Snøhetta’s Helical Design Chosen For Shanghai Grand Opera House

Featuring a dramatic roof space that unfolds like a fan, Snøhetta’s winning proposal for the Shanghai Grand Opera House generates surface and space designed to engender a sense of public ownership.

Snøhetta’s Helical Design Chosen For Shanghai Grand Opera House

Snøhetta’s Helical Design Chosen For Shanghai Grand Opera House

Featuring a dramatic roof space that unfolds like a fan, Snøhetta’s winning proposal for the Shanghai Grand Opera House generates surface and space designed to engender a sense of public ownership.