The Taylor concert hall

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Complete the notes below. Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.

DESIGNING A PUBLIC BUILDING: THE TAYLOR CONCERT HALL

 

Introduction

The designer of a public building may need to consider the building’s

  • Function
  • Physical and 1 context
  • Symbolic meaning

Location and concept of the Concert Hall

On the site of a disused 2

Beside a 3

The design is based on the concept of a mystery

 

Building design

It’s approached by a 5 for pedestrians

The building is the shape of a 6

One exterior wall acts as a large 7

In the auditorium:

  • The floor is built on huge pads made of 8
  • The walls are made of local wood and are 9 in shape
  • Ceiling panels and 10 on walls allow adjustment of acoustics

Evaluation

Some critics say the {international} style of the building is inappropriate