Field Observation from Building Physics Perspective Blog

Climate → Nature → Human → Culture → Architecture → Cityscape

Explore real-world observations through the lens of building physics.

From climate and nature to human behavior, culture, architecture, and cityscapes, discover how environmental conditions shape the performance, comfort, sustainability, and experience of the built environment.


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Experiencing Jose Carreras and Maria Luigia Borsi at Guangzhou Opera House

Jose Carreras at Guangzhou Opera House with Sopran Maria Luigia Borsi and Guangzhou Symphony Orchestra

 

Listened to Year End Concert with Tenor Jose Carreras Sopran Maria Luigia Borsi Guangzhou Symphony Orchestra at Guangzhou Opera House

The design evolved from the concepts of a natural landscape and the fascinating interplay between architecture and nature; engaging with the principles of erosion, geology and topography. The Guangzhou Opera House design by Zaha Hadid Architect has been particularly influenced by river valleys – and the way in which they are transformed by erosion.

The 1,800-seat auditorium of the Opera House houses the very latest acoustic technology designed by Marshall Day Acoustic. The smaller 400-seat multifunction hall is designed for performance art, opera and concerts in the round.

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