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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