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The Wuxi Grand Theatre by PES-Architects Looks Like a Landing Butterfly

— August 28, 2012 — Art & Design
The Wuxi Grand Theatre looks like it is going to take flight at any moment. The roof has a winged effect gives the structure a sculpturally striking aesthetic that will vastly improve the waterfront peninsula of Wu-Li Lake, which can be found south of Wuxi centre city in Jiangsu, China. Even the architects write, that it gives "the impression of a butterfly descending onto the shore." A cultural hub, it will serve many functions, although mainly providing space for a classical and Chinese opera, ballet and symphony orchestral.

Designed by PES-Architects, the Wuxi Grand Theatre was given its form so that it too could be regarded as a work of art and not just a center for the arts. It also offers stunning views of the surrounding lake.

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  1. Winged-roof Architecture — New architecture designs that incorporate winged roofs in their buildings.
  2. Sculptural Aesthetics — Incorporating sculpturally striking aesthetics to improve building designs.
  3. Cultural Hub Buildings — Building centers for the arts that serve multiple cultural functions.

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  2. Arts and Culture — Building centers for arts and culture with multiple functions.
  3. Real Estate — Integrating sculptural designs into real estate properties to add value and attract customers.
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