Sydney Opera House
By now it’s safe to say that I’ve embarked on an archetectural tour of the world, and what better way to continue that than with arguably the most iconic performing arts venue. When you think of Syndey, you probably think of the Opera House, overlooking the harbor inlet of the Tasman Sea. But, did you know the curved roof structure shares a feature with your bathroom’s aesthetic?
That’s right. The stunning clam-shell design is tiled. And, up close, they aren’t actually white. The roof is made up of off-white tiles, with another set of beige outlines. From far away, it tricks the eye (and the camera lens) to look nearly white, but this new detail was one of many reasons that visiting it in person was an awe-inspiring experience.
Second on that list was the interior. The concrete that lines the building is extremely well done, making it both incredible to look at, and a wonder of engineering to support the structure.
Highly recommend this on anyone’s list if they get the chance to visit Sydney, and maybe you’ll plan better than I could and actually get to see a live show too! That was the final surprise - there are actually two concert halls within the grounds, and each has its own acoustics and layout. One is built for the Operas, with a stage than can be lifted or lowered for backdrops and sets. The other is much more traditional, probably best suited for an orchestral performance, but equally stunning in its design.
Photos taken with the Nikon Z9 and Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S lens