The Sydney Opera House has revealed designs for a $202 million renovation project, the largest upgrade program to the Jørn Utzon-designed building since it opened in 1973. Announced by New South Wales Deputy Premier and Minister for the Arts, Troy Grant, the project?s main goal is to ?improve access and ensure it meets the needs and expectations of audiences, artists and the 8.2 million people who visit each year.?

Concert Hall. Image Courtesy of Sydney Opera House

The Sydney Opera House has revealed designs for a $202 million renovation project, the largest upgrade program to the Jørn Utzon-designed building since it opened in 1973. Announced by New South Wales Deputy Premier and Minister for the Arts, Troy Grant, the project?s main goal is to ?improve access and ensure it meets the needs and expectations of audiences, artists and the 8.2 million people who visit each year.?
The Opera House is already one of Australia?s premier tourist destinations and performing arts centers, contributing $775 million annually to the NSW economy and a national-identity value of $4.6 billion. The renovation project is expected to preserve the icon and improve its functionality to meet its increasing popularity as a tourist attraction.

Northern Foyer. Image Courtesy of Sydney Opera House

The $202 million dollars has been allocated from the Cultural Infras...