# Modern Factory Makeovers The Revamped Red Diamond Dance Centre and Theatre By Marissa Liu | Published 2009-10-27 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/red-diamond-dance-centre-and-theatre References: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2009/10/26/red-diamond-by-chiasmus-partners/#more-47377) The Red Diamond dance centre and theatre was created by Korean Architects Chiasmus Partners. The building [used to be a factory](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tengbom) in the Dongcheng district of Bejing, China. A faceted shell made of steel tubing covers the exterior of the existing building. The centre includes a [performance hall and practice studio](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sadlers-wells). The area in front of the Red Diamond will be used as an [open-air performance space](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-bund-performing-arts-centre). The concept was to make the courtyard an outdoor area that would revitalize the complex and surrounding area. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 32% | Activity: 11% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Adaptive Reuse:** The trend of adapting existing buildings for new purposes presents opportunities for revitalizing old factories and transforming them into modern dance centres and theatres. - **Architectural Facades:** The trend of using unique and eye-catching facades, such as faceted steel tubing shells, can add a modern and visually appealing element to factory renovations. - **Open-air Performance Spaces:** The trend of creating open-air performance spaces can provide unique and dynamic experiences for audiences, contributing to the revitalization of surrounding areas. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Architecture:** Architects can explore innovative designs for repurposing old factories, incorporating architectural facades to create visually striking dance centres and theatres. - **Real Estate:** Real estate developers can identify opportunities in adaptive reuse projects, transforming old factories into modern entertainment venues to attract tenants and visitors. - **Performing Arts:** The performing arts industry can embrace the trend of open-air performance spaces to offer unique and immersive experiences to audiences, attracting attention and driving ticket sales. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Refreshed Red Brick Extensions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nanjing-combat.md) - [Converted Concrete Warehouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nerihu.md) - [Reimagined Riverside Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gate-m-west-bund-dream-center.md) - [Red Concrete Exhibition Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/red-box.md) - [Factory-Converted Revived Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porcelain-factory-plugin-revival.md) - [Curved Glass Veiled Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiffany-co-store.md) - [Alleyway-Inspired Art Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-bund-performing-arts-centre.md) - [Futuristic Factory Rooftop Extensions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-ark-extension.md) - [Everchanging Water-Based Theaters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yichang-grand-theatre.md)