Drawing inspiration from its surroundings, the project also pays homage to Brutalist architecture, utilizing Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT) to reinterpret traditional Brutalist mushroom columns into tree-like structures. This not only promotes sustainability but also celebrates the robust, expressive nature of Brutalist design, echoing its materiality and structural ethos in a contemporary context. The theater thus stands as a testament to the transformative power of architecture in redefining spaces and experiences, making it a beacon of cultural synthesis and intergenerational dialogue.
Carnegie Mellon University Advanced Synthesis Option Studios
Humanizing Brutalism Theater Design Studio
Instructor
Hal Hayes