Early preliminary designs of a transformed Canberra Theatre Centre.
11 May 2023
A consortium of internationally recognised architecture firms has been announced as the design partner for the redevelopment of Canberra Theatre Centre.
Made up of national firm Architectus, Danish Architects Henning Larsen and global consultants, the consortium will design a theatre centre that integrates with the existing landscape and future vision for a thriving Canberra Civic and Cultural District .
The team’s winning tender included early preliminary designs depicting a new theatre building with a bold and sophisticated façade treatment, which references the formal modernist and brutalist landmarks of Canberra.
Dr Stephen Long from Architectus said the consortium would establish a local office and incorporate insights from theatre users and other technical experts in the design process.
“Together with Henning Larsen and Arup, we’re honoured to be selected from the impressive line-up of international practices that were shortlisted,” he said.
“Our collective will play a key role in fuelling the creative spirit of Canberra by designing a world-class experience for the city’s thriving Canberra Civic and Cultural District.”
Stakeholders and the community will have an opportunity to influence the project with consultation opportunities being planned for later this year.
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