Perth Concert Hall

Jeffrey Howlett, Architect.

1972.

St George's Terrace, Perth.

National Award for the 2016 Enduring Architecture award by the Australian Institute of Architects.

Overlooking the Swan River, Perth Concert Hall by Howlett and Bailey Architects was designed in a brutalist style. The placement of the building, on top of a majestic brick plinth with stairs spanning its total width, celebrates the act of gathering. What appears to be quite a simple, white, off-form concrete, post-and-beam construction is, upon closer inspection, understood as being completely innovative for 1973. The building is actually hung from itself, creating enormous free spans and all from one beautifully poured material. Acoustically, the main auditorium hall is considered one of the best in Australia.

http://architectureau.com/articles/2016-national-architecture-awards-enduring-award/