L Architects proposed this design for the Taipei Performing Arts Center to host a variety of large-scale performances, including dramas and operas. The structure contains three theatres including a 1500-seat Grand Theatre, and two 800-seat theatres for repertory performances. With “four legs” that support a “tabletop”, critics praised the aesthetics of the design, but noted two critical issues: the acoustics in such a huge structure would be disastrous, and there would be a lack of sun for several of the cubes. In the end, the Office for Metropolitan Architecture (OMA) won the competition to build the Taipei Performing Arts Center. More information on NL architects at the link below.
www.nlarchitects.nl
