https://www.architecturalrecord.com/rss/2931 en-us http://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/16212 Wed, 03 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/16212-in-the-heart-of-vilniuss-old-town-studio-seilern-and-archinova-reflect-on-history Like the compact inner workings of a Swiss watch, the precision-engineered space in an Alpine Village sounds and works beautifully.

]]> http://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/14139 Mon, 24 Jun 2019 11:00:00 -0400 https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/14139-andermatt-concert-hall-by-studio-seilern-architects-opens-in-switzerland A concert by the Berlin Philharmonic inaugurated the new Andermatt Concert Hall by London-based Studio Seilern Architects. Photo © Monika Rittershaus From ground level, the concert hall roof reveals itself as an elegant glazed pavilion, allowing passers-by a view inside. Photo © Roland Halbe Most concert halls tend to be windowless boxes, but Andermatt’s glazing allows for a panoramic view of the surrounding sky and landscape.  Three cloud-like acoustic reflectors are suspended from the ceiling, and act like pieces of public art from street level.  Photo © Roland Halbe The architect adapted an ‘origami structure’ to combine acoustic performance with sculptural form. Photo © Kanipak Photography Folded forms and alluring finishes transform the basement space. Photo © Kanipak Photography