05–17–2023
︎ Proposal: Kingston Concert Hall
︎ Date: May 2023
︎ Location: Kingston Upon Thames
In response to the lack of character in modern residential tower blocks, this project proposes a concert hall with residential housing in Kingston, combining architectural innovation with community engagement. Drawing inspiration from the historical charm of medieval bottle kilns, the design integrates heritage influences with contemporary functionality to create a space that enriches the local context.
The concert hall serves as the centerpiece, repurposing the bottle kilns into a theater in the round and rehearsal spaces. This approach revitalizes the area’s heritage while providing intimate, immersive performance venues that support artistic expression.
Surrounding the hall, residential housing for musicians and staff introduces a more personal, characterful living environment. By blending shared communal spaces with private areas, the design fosters meaningful interaction, artistic collaboration, and a strong sense of belonging, creating a vibrant community that complements the cultural hub of the concert hall.
︎ Date: May 2023
︎ Location: Kingston Upon Thames
In response to the lack of character in modern residential tower blocks, this project proposes a concert hall with residential housing in Kingston, combining architectural innovation with community engagement. Drawing inspiration from the historical charm of medieval bottle kilns, the design integrates heritage influences with contemporary functionality to create a space that enriches the local context.
The concert hall serves as the centerpiece, repurposing the bottle kilns into a theater in the round and rehearsal spaces. This approach revitalizes the area’s heritage while providing intimate, immersive performance venues that support artistic expression.
Surrounding the hall, residential housing for musicians and staff introduces a more personal, characterful living environment. By blending shared communal spaces with private areas, the design fosters meaningful interaction, artistic collaboration, and a strong sense of belonging, creating a vibrant community that complements the cultural hub of the concert hall.