The Venue
Performance is at the heart of the building. The venue accommodates approximately 450 people standing, with balcony capable of being closed off to create a smaller setting when required. This flexibility allows the space to operate effectively at a range of scales, ensuring it remains active and financially sustainable.
A modular stage system allows the performance area to expand or be reconfigured to suit different events, from live concerts to workshops and private functions. Above, variable ceiling panels can be raised or lowered in response to changing acoustics. In the view shown, the ceiling is lowered.
Beneath the centre of the floor, a sonic floor transmits low-frequency vibrations, enabling music to be felt through the body. This offers an alternative way of engaging with sound, particularly benefiting those with hearing impairments, reinforcing the project’s commitment to inclusive design.