Performing Arts Centre, Ho Chi Minh

We were commissioned by a private hospitality and convention operator in Vietnam to develop concept design proposals for a new theatre and cultural complex on the Saigon River in Ho Chi Minh City’s new Thu Thiem district. The building comprises a 20,000 sqm clear span convention space, 2,500 seat theatre, 1,000 seat auditorium and a new public retail, leisure and food and drink hub. The ‘fluid wrap’ LED facade has been designed to change color and appearance dependent on events and performances at the theatre, whilst its form takes reference from the Saigon River itself.