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senses. Opposed to the polished surfaces, straight edges, bright spaces, the deliberate raw and coarse materiality, sloppy structure and residue spaces breeds occasional theatrical spaces where spontaneous theatrical relationship is likely to happen.
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The grand auditorium is contained in the capsule shaped concrete shell. Proposed for the important performances, this volume is elevated from the ground with fewer accesses. The outer layer is the public rim with a panorama view to the city; the inner layer is the two-story auditorium. The concrete massing has internalized programs. Differed from the “carpet�, the grand auditorium provides highly specific functions and dedicated spaces. The overwhelming massing which contrasts the anonymous exterior surfaces gives an unnatural image to the urban space. A psychological destination is therefore indicated.
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