Russian architect, Ayrat Khusnutdinov, shared with us his proposal for the Busan Opera House. The main idea behind the design was the outstanding natural environment: the sea and the mountains are features that are reflected in this project. They, not architecture, are prime actors in this scene; this is the reason why so much attention was paid to let people enjoy them, here the architecture is just a frame that defines this great picture. More images and architects’ description after the break.
As the largest port city in South Korea and the fifth largest port in the world, Busan is a gate for sea farers of the country. The city is located on the southeastern-most tip of the Korean peninsula; it is situated among a number of narrow valleys between the Nakdong River and Suyeong River, with mountains separating some of the districts. The site is located at one of the most densely built-up areas of the city on an artificial island which is under construction now.
