Nantong Grand Theatre, China
The theatre is located on the northeast bank of Zilang Lake. From the lakeside, the undulating roof floats along the shore, shaping an elegant form, at the intersection of water and city. On the lakeside, the theatre is opened to the dramatic view of Zilang Lake with glass curtain wall; on the cityside, perforated aluminum panels with varying apertures enhance the cohesion of building. The site area of the project is 107000㎡, with a total building area of 111000㎡. It consists of 7 floors above ground and 2 underground floors, with a building height is 57m.
Nantong Grand Theatre has five auditoriums including a 300-seat Children's Theatre, a 605-seat Drama Theatre, a 1,523-seat Opera House, a 1,184-seat Concert Hall, and a 406-seat Studio Theatre, collectively forming a "Five-Colored Lucky Cloud." The five auditoriums are aligned centripetally, with the auditoriums and foyers facing the lake, while the stage and backstage areas facing the urban roads. Connecting all five halls, the circular lobby serves as the theatre's primary public space. Auxiliary spaces, such as the souvenir shop and café, along with small exhibition areas, are located on the first floor.
The interior design reflects the essence of Zilang Lake, bringing its waters indoors. The ceiling features stainless steel panels shaped into artistic water ripple patterns. The interior design of each hall are uniquely styled and full of characters. The undulating vertical lines enhance the cohesiveness and depth of the space. The "light strips" on the walls can adjust their brightness and colors to suit different performance themes or conference settings. The seats, in rich shades of deep red, beautifully complement the golden walls, creating a striking visual harmony.
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