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Rising from the ashes of World War II, the new concert hall for the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra symbolizes a transformed Germany, seeking to redefine itself through culture. Located at the heart of the remnants of Hitler's Germania, the Philharmonie serves as the nucleus of Berlin's Kulturforum, which includes five museums, two concert venues, and the state library, contrasting West Berlin's response to the East's Museum Island during the Cold War. Designed by Hans Scharoun, the Philharmonie is unparalleled, influencing concert halls worldwide while maintaining a unique integrity in its conceptual and experiential design. Scharoun envisioned a symbol of democracy in Germany, inspired by the revolutionary spirit post-World War I. After decades of dreaming, the concert hall for one of the world's most esteemed orchestras opened to an eager audience. Its unconventional forms, featuring non-orthogonal planes and curves, initially faced skepticism, with critics doubting its feasibility and deeming its design costly. However, upon completion, the building's spatial magic and constructional logic captivated most observers, despite some lingering dissent regarding its expressive style. This fifth O'Neil Ford Monograph documents this remarkable architectural achievement, including three essays, extensive unpublished archival material, and a selection of photographs, showcasing the Philharmonie's complex yet logical composition.
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Philharmonie, Hans Scharoun
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- 2013
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