However, the value of the project is set not only by the simple formal transformation. This form’s tension, kind of counterpoint, occurs between smooth and calm upper floors and expressive crystalline form of foyer and concert hall. These covered with glass and expanded metal structures follows the motion of higher stories.
Using musical analogy, it is possible to compare it with begin ning of next phrase of composition, that has been emphasized with change of instrument. This new phrase consequently continues already begun melody. Crystalline forms of the ground level create the dynamic character of courtyard.
diplomarbeit - haus der musik in berlin
