Architectural renders released for Perth Concert Hall
The architectural renders for the $150.3 million Perth Concert Hall redevelopment were released to the public this morning after appearing on the Today show and WA Today.
The redevelopment is set to begin in early 2025, to restore the building's architectural legacy, preserve its renowned acoustics and enhance connections to the surrounding forecourts.
The mid-century architecture will receive important structural upgrades along with improved accessibility within and around the concert hall, new spaces for events and improved seating and rehearsal spaces.
Funding for the refurbishment of the 51-year-old heritage-listed building includes $134.3 million from the Western Australian Government, $12 million from the Australian Government and $4 million from the City of Perth.
The concert hall, forecourts and car park will be closed to the public during construction works, with the venue anticipated to re-open in early 2028.
Design firms WITH Architecture Studio and Office for Metropolitan Architecture (OMA) are the lead architects for the redevelopment works, which include:
- preservation of the concert hall’s world-renowned acoustic features
- essential structural maintenance of the award-winning building architecture
- updated seating, new rehearsal spaces and improved backstage facilities
- refurbishment of the foyer areas, including upgraded signage and lighting
- new food and drink offerings
- improved venue accessibility, with remodelling of the auditorium entry, lifts and stairs, as well as additional toilets and box office relocation
- transformed outdoor spaces
- new spaces for small events, school educational visits and training.
The West Australian Symphony Orchestra (WASO) will present it’s 2025 season in a range of iconic venues across Perth. The 2025 program will be released on 28 November 2024.
For more information about the redevelopment, visit https://dlgsc.wa.gov.au/culture-and-the-arts/perth-concert-hall/.
Back to news
