sanzpont [arquitectura]: busan opera house

‘busan opera house’ by sanzpont [arquitectura], busan, south korea all images courtesy of sanzpont [arquitectura]

barcelona-based practice sanzpont [arquitectura] has submitted their proposal for the ‘busan opera house‘ international competition for busan, south korea. the form is derived from the balance of opposites referred to as the ‘um-yang’ within the culture of the local inhabitants. interpreting the ancient philosophy within a cutting edge external appearance establishes a connection between the past and present while signifying its long life into the future. integrating natural and urban areas throughout the building’s diverse public spaces shows respect for the environment while promoting sustainability.

exterior

multicolored LED lights glow through the skin’s double layers of translucent EFTE while filtering daylight entering the interior. the facade’s integrated photovoltaic solar panels capture and generate clean energy. the extensive green roof regulates temperature to reduce heat island effect while also insulating the interior from heat loss. harvested rainwater contributes to bathroom facilities and is stored for irrigation of the surrounding landscape. visitors access the museum from an elevated pedestrian walkway with opportunities for panoramic vistas that lead to four plazas symbolizing the elements of fire, earth, water and metal.

aerial view

view from the sea

overlooking the ocean at sunset

aerial view of site

site plan

floor plans

floor plans

concept

skin innovation

sustainable design features

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