Driven by the ambition to introduce a new model of musical creation and transmission, the breathtaking Philharmonie de Paris opened its doors to the public on January 14, 2015.
Seven years after its inauguration, this building harmonizes wonderfully with Eastern Paris and stands out for its design, ergonomics, and acoustics. This imposing monument, signed by Jean Nouvel, was envisioned by him as a hill overlooking the Parc de La Villette in Paris.
Innovative Architecture
With its innovative architecture, its sculpted surfaces, and its gray hull covered with 265,000 aluminum sheet “birds,” the building takes on the look of a futuristic spaceship. Its swirling elements in shiny stainless steel, which enclose the concert hall, contrast sharply with its angular, matte aluminum outer shell.
Located 37 meters above the ground, the Philharmonie’s Belvedere offers visitors a unique 360-degree view of the city where Paris and its suburbs seamlessly merge. This continuity of the urban landscape is emblematic of the Philharmonie de Paris project, which forms the link between the capital and its surrounding territories, aiming to become the meeting point for all audiences.
The Philharmonie was conceived as a true living space where artists and audiences mingle, with the ambition of offering a widely varied musical repertoire to both music enthusiasts and the simply curious, all within a space designed to magnify the listening experience.
To ensure the utmost visual and acoustic comfort, architect Jean Nouvel partnered with two renowned acoustics specialists: New Zealander Sir Harold Marshall and Japanese Yasuhisa Toyota. This is truly an architectural landmark to discover, visit, and listen to without reservation!
