When did Guangzhou Opera House reach architectural completion?

The Guangzhou Opera House project reached full completion in 2010.

In which urban context is Guangzhou Opera House situated?

Guangzhou Opera House is a landmark situated in Guangzhou, China.

Guangzhou Opera House

Name: Guangzhou Opera House
Address: Guangzhou, Guangdong, China

Designed byZAZaha Hadid ArchitectsArchitecture that challenges convention

TypeTheater·Opera House

StatusCompleted

TimelineJan 2005 – May 2010

Area71,000 m²

Budget$50M+

LocationGuangzhou, Guangdong, China

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The project

The Guangzhou Opera House is a "double pebble" structure washed away by the Pearl River, designed by Zaha Hadid. The complex features a custom molded glass-fiber reinforced gypsum (GFRC) interior that allows for continuous, fluid surfaces. The main 1,800-seat auditorium is asymmetrical to optimize acoustics and views, utilizing the latest sound technology within its organic form. It is considered a monument to the new millennium in China.

Location

Guangzhou, Guangdong, China

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Complexity: High

Innovation: High

Execution risk: High

Sustainability: Low

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Budget tier: High

Client type: Public

Delivery model: Unknown

Maturity: Built

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Acoustic Performance

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