# Undulating Element Structures The Kilden Performing Arts Centre is a Creative Cultural Landmark By Jana Pijak | Published 2012-04-03 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kilden-performing-arts-centre References: [frameweb](http://www.frameweb.com/news/kilden-performing-arts-centre) & [ala.fi](http://www.ala.fi/) The Kilden Performing Arts Centre by ALA Architects Ltd. is located in Kristiansand, Norway. The [concert hall and theatre space](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arka-nova) is designed as the city's latest [cultural landmark](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/isola-della-mus). With a cantilevered roof and undulating structural elements, this dynamically designed space overlooks an ocean view. Clad in local materials, the building features bold wooden elements paired with metal-infused accents. Architect Juho Grönholm of ALA Architects states that "The building fuses elegant public and performing spaces with rough, functional production facilities." Multi-functional and aesthetically awe-inspiring, this amazing architecture piece features [four auditoriums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grand-fendika-cultural-center), a public foyer, production street, workshop and staff offices. With the capacity to seat up to 2270 people, the grand structure is the home of a theatre company, philharmonic and an opera. The Kilden Performing Arts Centre by ALA Architects Ltd. is sure to be a hit amongst tourists and Kristiansand citizens alike. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 74% | Activity: 57% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Cantilevered Roofs:** Opportunity to disrupt the construction industry by incorporating cantilevered roofs in innovative architectural designs. - **Undulating Structures:** Potential for disruption in the design and engineering industries by utilizing undulating structural elements in buildings. - **Multi-functional Spaces:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in the hospitality and event industries through the creation of multi-functional spaces like the Kilden Performing Arts Centre. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Construction:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the construction industry by incorporating cantilevered roofs and undulating structures in architectural projects. - **Design:** Potential for disruption in the design industry by embracing undulating structural elements in building designs. - **Hospitality and Events:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in the hospitality and event industries by creating multi-functional spaces that cater to different types of performances and events. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wave-Inspired Civic Halls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sail-congress-centre.md) - [Sculptural Photocoltaic Theater Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/opera-and-ballet-theatre-of-kosovo.md) - [Harbor Opera Landmarks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hamburg-state-opera.md) - [Sweeping Culture Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/river-culture-and-art-centre.md) - [Stone Building Auditoriums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/centre-de-congrs.md) - [Archival Performance Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/take-a-bow-centre.md) - [Lakeside Cultural Landmarks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/isola-della-mus.md) - [Everchanging Water-Based Theaters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yichang-grand-theatre.md) - [Alleyway-Inspired Art Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-bund-performing-arts-centre.md)