# Contemporary Colosseums Cepezed Architects Design a Modern Amphitheater By Yoon Sui Yin | Published 2009-06-30 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colosseum-cepezed-theatre-modern-amphitheatre References: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/weblog/cat/9/view/6836/cepezed-architects-modern-colosseum.html) & [cepezed.nl](http://www.cepezed.nl/nl/messages/show/30-cepezed-ontwerpt-modern-colosseum) The Netherlands-based Cepezed Architects have developed plans for an amphitheater in the Malieveld in The Hague. The Hague plans to be the European Capital of Culture in 2018. The Cepezed Architects design is inspired by the Colosseum in Rome and can hold up to 5,000 people. This structure will be able to contain several performances and concerts, as well as fairs and exhibitions—at the same time. Check out the gallery above to see more of this modern amphitheater! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 44% | Activity: 63% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Amphitheater Revival:** The growing interest in contemporary amphitheaters presents opportunities for innovative designs and technology integration. - **Multifunctional Event Spaces:** The trend of creating versatile event spaces that can accommodate multiple activities simultaneously opens up new possibilities for immersive experiences. - **Cultural Tourism:** The increasing emphasis on cultural tourism and the designation of European Capitals of Culture creates a demand for unique entertainment venues like modern amphitheaters. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Architecture:** Architects can leverage the demand for modern amphitheaters to design impressive and functional structures that cater to diverse entertainment needs. - **Event Planning:** Event planners can take advantage of the versatility of modern amphitheaters to create immersive and engaging experiences that cater to various types of events. - **Tourism:** The tourism industry can tap into the appeal of cultural tourism and collaborate with modern amphitheaters to offer memorable and unique entertainment experiences for visitors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ring-Shaped Open-Air Amphitheaters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luhu-ring-of-starlight.md) - [Everchanging Water-Based Theaters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yichang-grand-theatre.md) - [Reflective Hemispherical Theater Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ball-theater.md) - [Glowing Sphere Art Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/netherlands-pavilion.md) - [Arched Garden-Topped Cultural Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hengqin-culture-and-art-complex.md) - [Sculptural Photocoltaic Theater Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/opera-and-ballet-theatre-of-kosovo.md) - [Roman Architecture-Themed Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forum-des-vestiges.md) - [Airborne Concert Halls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arka-nova.md) - [Stadium-Based Theatre Venues](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sofi-stadium.md)