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Komische Oper Berlin Design
28 Oct 2020
Komische Oper Berlin
REX?s design proposal for the Komische Oper Berlin?s limited competition was one of 16 finalists shortlisted from 63 international entries.
Architect: REX
Location: Berlin, Germany
Komische Oper Berlin Expansion
South Facade Render:

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Rehearsal Stage Render – one of two rehearsal stages, louvers open:

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North Facade Render – Box office and restaurant on Unter den Linden:

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This proposed design by REX for the Komische Oper Expansion aspires to create a respectful and individual partner that highlights the Komische Oper building and defines a new urban node befitting the significance of the institution. Its contextual massing, outward-facing public functions, and generous urban plaza integrate the building in the neighborhood?s fabric. Its understated yet dynamic façade allows the Expansion?s creative energy to spill out into the public realm or be fully cloistered when desired. A compact Nucleus: efficient rehearsal node and dynamic performance venue:

The Komische Oper Expansion condenses its essential functions into a dynamic ?Nucleus:? the two rehearsal stages, the orchestra rehearsal, and the suite of practice rooms straddle a central ?Circulation Hub? containing passenger and scene elevators, stairs, and lounges for the fluid movement of performers, scenery, instruments, and ...